The Teal Pumpkins on Maple Street

The Teal Pumpkins on Maple Street is a heartwarming Halloween story about friendship, food allergy awareness, and making sure every child gets to join the fun.Theo loves Halloween, but having a serious food allergy makes trick-or-treating feel a little scary. What if the candy is not safe? What if no one understands? What if everyone else gets to participate while he has to watch from the side?With the help of his friends Ava and Malik, his mom, and the caring neighbors of Maple Street, Theo discovers that Halloween can be both safe and exciting. Soon, teal pumpkins begin appearing throughout the neighborhood, letting families know that nonfood treasures are available. With careful label checking, safe treats, glow bracelets, stickers, games, and plenty of Halloween fun, Maple Street becomes a place where everyone has a choice.Perfect for children ages 3-10, The Teal Pumpkins on Maple Street gently introduces young readers to food allergy safety while celebrating empathy, friendship, and inclusion.A reassuring and festive story for families, classrooms, schools, libraries, and healthcare settings.Because every child belongs. Every child deserves a choice. And every child deserves to join the fun.