Written by Nancy Churnin
Illustrated by Anneli Bray
Published by Albert Whitman & Co.
Mom's Review
Could it have happened this way? Sure!
Lila and the Jack-O'-Lantern is a sweet story about a newly immigrated Irish family whose children want to celebrate Halloween like they did back home. The oldest daughter is determined to make a lantern for her younger siblings and finds a pumpkin in the market. A new friend shows her how to roast the seeds as she shows that friend how she and her siblings carve a face into the gourd.
Back matter explains the Irish origin of what has become an iconic America holiday. This story is therefore a great way to introduce a young audience to the holiday and its history. Children will be able to personalize that history and connect with the characters. And, Bray brings the period to live with her colorful, rich illustrations. Lila and the Jack-O'-Lantern is just right for a preschooler's October reading list!
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