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    A Very Scary Pumpkin: Nuggies: Book 3, by Jeff Minich | Dedicated Review

    Trevor Laurence JockimsBy Trevor Laurence Jockims3 Mins Read Ages 0-3 Ages 4-8 Animal Books Author Showcase Halloween Books Picture Books Seasonal: Holiday Books
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    Review sponsored* by Jeff Minich
    The Children’s Book Review | October 19, 2015

    A Very Scary Pumpkin Nuggies 3A Very Scary Pumpkin

    Written by Jeff Minich

    Illustrated by Renan Garcia

    Age Range: 2 years and up

    Paperback: 32 pages

    Publisher: Nuggies Inc

    ISBN: 978-0986222498

    What to expect: Halloween, Friendship, Animals, Suspense, Valuable Lessons

    Volume three in the wonderful Nuggies series, A Very Scary Pumpkin, finds Chomper and Coco—the dogs known as the Nuggies—moving into a new home.

    Nuggies Scary Pumpkin

    When they first arrive, the home seems scary because it is old and has ivy growing up the walls. The Nuggies are scared their paws will be ensnared by the ivy and not only that, the house is “dusty and dark inside, with lots of places for creatures to hide.” As Chomper and Coco explore the house, moving up its creaky stairs, it becomes obvious that there really is reason to be afraid—a ghost is following them! It seems as though this ghost does not want the new residents in the house, and so the ghost—the very scary pumpkin of the title—tries to scare them away, locking Chomper and Coco in the basement. They try to escape but cannot, and the very scary pumpkin is satisfied that the new residents are out of the way.

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    Eventually, their Daddy arrives to set them free, but this just spurs the ghost on. When the Nuggies fall asleep that night, the ghost decides to give them an even bigger scare, appearing before them in a white sheet. “This is my house and you all must leave,” the ghost declares. The Nuggies are frightened, but then a flash of lightning lets them see under the sheet—and there is an unexpected silhouette beneath the sheet! The Nuggies convince the “ghost” that they should all be friends, since they will have to learn to live together and it is better to be friends than to try to frighten one another away.

    Nuggies Scary Pumpkin

    A Very Scary Pumpkin offers an excellent Halloween story that children will absolutely love. The illustrations by Renan Garcia colorfully and vividly underscore the excitement of Jeff Minich’s able writing. The tale touchingly relays the importance of making new friends in new places. The story also provides a great lesson in getting along with one another, as the “ghost” and dogs learn to value one another. An excellent addition to any collection of books, and an especially brilliant find for the Halloween season, the latest Nuggies adventure is certain to delight both kids and parents. It’s frightfully good!

    Add this book to your collection: A Very Scary Pumpkin

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    About the Author

    Jeff Minich is a writer, technologist, and life-long dog lover. Jeff is passionate about introducing children to the joy of reading. His Nuggies illustrated children’s book series is based on life-lessons as learned through the experience of some of his favorite canine friends. Jeff currently lives in Boulder, Colorado with his two favorite Nuggies.

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    Dedicated Reviews allow authors and illustrators to gain prompt visibility for their work. The author of “A Very Scary Pumpkin,” Jeff Minich, sponsored* this non-biased review. Learn more about getting a book review …

    What to Read Next:

    1. Oui Oui Gigi: Nuggies: Volume 4, by Jeff Minich | Dedicated Review
    2. Baby Chomper’s Bath Time: Nuggies: Book 6, by Jeff Minich | Dedicated Review
    3. All the Other Nuggies, by Jeff Minich | Dedicated Review
    4. My Writing and Reading Life: Sue Lowell Gallion, Author of Pug & Pig Trick-or-Treat

    *Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain affiliate links that share some commission. Rest assured that these will not affect the cost of any products and services promoted here. Our team always provides their authentic opinion in all content published on this site.

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    Trevor Laurence Jockims

    Trevor Laurence Jockims lives in New York City with his wife, daughter, and son. He has reviewed books for The Times Literary Supplement, Book Forum, The Believer, and elsewhere. He completed a PhD in Comparative Literature, and teaches writing at New York University.

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