Books Like Pumpkin Soup
Families who loved Pumpkin Soup by Helen Cooper often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Pumpkin Soup by Helen Cooper often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the rigidity of 'the way we always do things' or when a playdate has ended in tears over sharing a specific role. Pumpkin Soup provides a safe, cozy space to explore the friction that happens when one friend wants to try something new and the others aren't ready for change. Through the relatable squabbles of a Cat, a Squirrel, and a Duck, children see their own big feelings of frustration and jealousy reflected in a domestic setting. Appropriate for ages 3 to 7, this story moves from a peaceful routine to a heated argument and a scary period of separation before reaching a heartfelt reconciliation. It is an ideal choice for parents navigating sibling rivalry or teaching the delicate art of compromise. The lush illustrations and rhythmic text make it a comforting read that validates that while friends may fight, the bond of the 'cabin in the woods' can always be repaired with a little patience and a lot of soup.
