Pattan’s Pumpkin is about a man who uses his smarts and quick thinking to save himself, his wife, and the animals from a terrible flood. It is a beautifully illustrated retelling of a traditional Indian flood myth that has been passed down for generations. Students will love the animals and the excitement of their journey, and teachers will love the lesson of Pattan’s resourcefulness and problem solving abilities.
Make a text connection with the folktale Pattan's Pumpkin! Have students illustrate their favorite scene and describe what it means to them.
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Favorite Scene From Pattan's Pumpkin by Chitra Soundar
My favorite scene from Pattan's Pumpkin is when they are all inside of the pumpkin and Kanni is singing to the animals. It is my favorite because I love the hopeful words of the song and how cute the animals look while they are listening.
One day we will return to our mountain peak, but in this great darkness, light is what we seek.