All the other pumpkins teased him, until spookley proved that being different can save the day. Spookley got his start in in joe troianos original childrens book the legend of spookley the square pumpkin when, one day in the pumpkin patch the strangest little pumpkin hatched. It was made by holiday hill farm, and released by kidtoon films and lionsgate. Spookley the square pumpkin coloring pages download free. Poor spookley is a pumpkin whos shape is square rather then round.
Both my girls sit to listen to the whole story and frequently bring the book out to be read again. Oct 23, 2012 we started off pumpkin week reading this adorable lil story. Students then create their own spookley jackolantern out of large popsicle sticks glued together to form a square. Spookley the square pumpkin is a 2004 canadian computeranimated film released directtodvd in january 2005, about a cubic pumpkin, and is based on the book the legend of spookley the square pumpkin by joe troiano. The book can also be used to help preschool students with color activities and shapes. The adorable story of the squareshaped pumpkin inspired me to make this free pumpkin shape matching activity to go along with the book or movie. This book teaches you to not judge a book by its cover. As you might have guessed by now, spookley is different from the rest of the pumpkins because hes square. Although it can be read as a simple adventure story, there are several themes interwoven. Welcome to spookley the square pumpkins official facebook page. At the end of the story, discuss how spookley saved the day.
But he receives help from a scarecrow and his 2 bat sidekicks and 3 very funny spiders. The legend of spookley the square pumpkin with cd by joe. October 8, 20 by savanah 2 comments as an amazon associate and affiliate with other networks, i may earn a commission from purchases made through links within this post. This autumfall reading activity packet complements the childrens book, the legend of spookley the square pumpkin, by joe troiano.
New spookley the square pumpkin printable coloring pages. The book is an adorable story with a meaningful lesson about being different. These spookley literacy activities and craft are based on the adored book, the legend of spookley the square pumpkin, written by joe troiano. In the book the legend of spookley the square pumpkin by joe troiano, we meet a small pumpkin who doesnt look like the others in the field. Spookley the square pumpkin is always a favorite halloween read aloud. Since spookley saves the day the other pumpkins looked at him differently. While all of the other pumpkins grow round, spookley grows square. The story of spookley the square pumpkin by joe troiano is loved by kids. Spookley the square pumpkin classroom education resources. Student unit cover page story elements character analysis texttoself. By making these advanced concepts easily understood by early learners, teachers can help stop bullying before it.
All the other pumpkins teased him until spookley proved. Jack is excited to find spookley and tells him he could be the pick of the patch this year. Hes teased and taunted by other mean round pumpkins. All the other round pumpkins tease spookley for his shape until a storm breaks the fence of the bayside farm. S pookley the square pumpkin is a unique pumpkin that delivers a special message of tolerance and kindness that is just right for falland any time of the year spookley was first introduced to millions of children in the book the legend of spookley the square pumpkin, in which he is shunned by all of the round pumpkins until a mighty storm threatens to destroy the entire pumpkin patch and. These super simple, but yummy pumpkin snacks are a great extension to the book. He feels sad and alone, until he discovers that no one family tree grows quite the same as another.
One day in the pumpkin patch the strangest little pumpkin hatched. This fictional story of a square pumpkin provides the after reading the legend of spookley the square pumpkin, students can respond to the text. Spookley the square pumpkin teaches us what selfishness looks like, to be tolerant and accept differences, and to accept ourselves. The legend of spookley the square pumpkin by joe troiano. The lesson will start off by reading joe troianos spookley the square pumpkin and learning the spookley the square pumpkin song. Spookley the square pumpkin and all related characters and elements and tm holiday hill enterprises, llc. Its a great book about being unique, tolerance and perseverance. Spookley is an odd shaped pumpkin that saves the day and inspires us not to judge a pumpkin by its shape. By making these advanced concepts easily understood by early learners, teachers can help stop bullying before it begins. The legend of spookley the square pumpkin is written by joe troiano and illustrated by susan banta. Oct 24, 2015 the story of spookley the square pumpkin is new to me. The legend of spookley the square pumpkin read along youtube. Spookley was first introduced to millions of children in the book the legend of spookley the square pumpkin, in which he is shunned by all of the round pumpkins until a mighty storm threatens to destroy the entire pumpkin patch and only spookley, with his unique shape, can save the day. Oct 05, 2016 spookley the square pumpkin teaches us what selfishness looks like, to be tolerant and accept differences, and to accept ourselves.
This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. The pack includes the square pumpkin craft pattern and writing printables. Spookley the square pumpkin is a square pumpkin who lives in a round pumpkin patch world. Worksheets include a reading comprehension quiz, a rhyming worksheet, a. This made spookley glad to be a square pumpkin again. Spookley the square pumpkin craft response booklets. We discussed how important each pumpkin was and how we are all different. The book is a perfect story starter for a fun fine motor square pumpkin craft with wikki stix. The holiday hill farm online farmstand the spookley store. A subreddit celebrating the book and directtodvd film.
Spookley the square pumpkin coloring pages download. Spookley the square pumpkin book and craft for kids. Spookleys favorite halloween songs was released in 2012. Shunned by the other pumpkins, spookley is befriended by edgar, allan and poe, three hilarious spiders who convince him that square or not, he has a right to be the pick of the patch. Dec 31, 2001 the legend of spookley the square pumpkin book.
Discuss throughout the story how spookley was feeling and students can share similar experiences. The legend of spookley the square pumpkin with cd the teachers at our sons school recommended the legend of spookley the square pumpkin. Beyond the ugly duckling theme, the book is also great for fall and halloween. Spookley the square pumpkin halloween specials wiki. After reading the story, we brainstormed adjectives that describe spookley. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. The teachers at our sons school recommended the legend of spookley the square pumpkin. A reading of the story by farmer hill the transylvania twist the spookley song bugs. Spookley, the only square pumpkin in a patch watched over by a fatherly scarecrow, is sad and embarrassed by his squareness.
Spookley the square pumpkin activities the kindergarten. Kiddos then went to town creating their own special pumpkin. The legend of spookley is a story with a very positive message. The other pumpkins, however, dont like the fact that spookley looks different from them. The round pumpkins tease spookley, which makes him sad. Spookley the square pumpkin download ebook pdf, epub. Spookley and the christmas kittens christmas specials.
The legend of spookley the square pumpkin by joe troiano publisher. Spookley the square pumpkin is found in the pumpkin patch by two bats, boris and bella. The legend of spookley the square pumpkin, available as both a book and movie, delivers a message of tolerance and kindness in a fun, accessible format that is easily grasped by young students. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. This perennial bestselling childrens book delivers a special message of tolerance and kindness that is just right for fall. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. The legend of spookley the square pumpkin by joe troiano is a great picture book choice for october.
This book is perfect for fall or halloween and invites a coordinating craft. Sep 29, 2015 via youtube capture quiet story time for young children and preschoolers. Spookley the square pumpkin wishes he had a family and a place he belonged. Spookley the square pumpkin book study companion activities this pack is designed to go with the legend of spookley the square pumpkin by joe troiano. This is an excellent book to enjoy with children to not only enjoy the fall season, but to learn more about celebrating our differences. The legend of spookley the square pumpkin by joe troiana. After reading the book, we completed these spookley the square pumpkin activities. Spookley the square pumpkin themed activities sequencing. All the other pumpkins teased him until spookley proved that being different can save the day. With sonja ball, craig francis, rick jones, michel perron. This fictional story of a square pumpkin provides the after reading the legend of spookley the square pumpkin, students can respond to the text using these square pumpkin reading response craft booklets. Although it can be read as a simple adventure story, there are several themes interwoven within the story that illustrate selfishness, intolerance of differences.
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One of preschool girls brought us a copy of the book. One of my childrens favorite books during the fall is spookley the square pumpkin, also available as a movie. Spookley the square pumpkin activity packet color version. This is a cute story about a pumpkin that is different and wants to be like all of the other pumpkins. The legend of spookley the square pumpkin with cdthe teachers at our sonas school recommended the legend of spookley the square pumpkin. Spookley the square pumpkin is a 2004 directtovideo halloween film based on the book the legend of spookley the pumpkin by joe troiano. But big tom and little tom, the pumpkin bullies in the patch, continue to tease and taunt spookley. Spookley the square pumpkin jack tells the other pumpkins to be nice to spookley and goes off to fin.
After spookleys brave feat, the farmer sows spookleys seeds in the pumpkin patch year after year, producing pumpkins of all shapes, sizes and colors. Oct 25, 20 spookley got his start in in joe troianos original childrens book the legend of spookley the square pumpkin when, one day in the pumpkin patch the strangest little pumpkin hatched. One day in the pumpkin patch the strangest little pumpkin hatched spookley the pumpkin was different. This is a great little pack to extend your pumpkin unit using the book, spookley, the square pumpkin by joe troiano. Spookley the square pumpkin book companion by first and. The story of spookley the square pumpkin is new to me. Spookley saves the other pumpkins by blocking the fence and helped them to stay put. This product includes directions and the templates needed for students to make their own spookley the square pumpkin which also serves as a cover for the 8 l.
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