The Pumpkin Thief

Squirrel and Bird are back for a laugh-out-loud autumn adventure! With just a little help from Bird, Squirrel has grown some lovely pumpkins! He is so pleased with himself. But soon there's a problem . . . the pumpkins keep disappearing, one by one! Squirrel can't understand it. He's determined to catch the thief before Bird returns . . .

This is another laugh-out-loud Squirrel and Bird story by Alice Hemming, featuring brilliant illustrations by Nicola Slater that are full of expression and humour. The book also includes a non-fiction spread at the back packed full of facts about pumpkins and autumn.

• A hilarious autumnal picture book perfect for young readers.
• Features the beloved characters Squirrel and Bird.
• Engaging story with a mystery element to keep children entertained.
• Beautiful and expressive illustrations by Nicola Slater.
• Includes a non-fiction spread with fun facts.

• Brand: Scholastic
• Author: Alice Hemming
• Illustrator: Nicola Slater
• Binding: Hardcover
• Pages: 32
• Reading Age: 2 - 6 years
• Dimensions: 25.2 x 1 x 28 cm
• Weight: 420 g
• Publication Date: 10 September 2026
• Language: English

Don't miss Squirrel and Bird's previous adventures in: The Leaf Thief, The Flower Thief, The Snow Thief and The Sun Thief.