Mama Iguana and the Halloween Jack O'Lantern by Justin Davis, inspired by Penelope On a crisp Halloween evening in Maple Hollow, Mama Iguana, Dad, five-year-old Theodore, and three-year-old Penelope discover that their elderly neighbor, Mr. Porcupine, is sitting alone on a dark, undecorated porch. With gentle humor and glowing artwork, this heartwarming picture book follows the family as they carve pumpkins, choose a special lantern with Penelope's beloved heart-shaped eyes, and share it to brighten Mr. Porcupine's night. What begins as a simple act of trick-or-treating becomes a luminous lesson: when you share your light, your own heart shines brighter. Told in cozy, rhythmic prose and paired with vibrant, storybook illustrations, Mama Iguana and the Halloween Jack O'Lantern celebrates kindness, empathy, and community. Young readers will delight in the festive details-twinkling string lights, drifting autumn leaves, glowing jack-o'-lanterns-and connect with the loving dynamics of a family that solves problems together: Mama's calm wisdom, Dad's playful encouragement, Theodore's bravery, and Penelope's bighearted ideas. Ideal for ages 3-7, this read-aloud is perfect for bedtime, classrooms, libraries, and fall festivals. It supports social-emotional learning with a clear takeaway ("Be kind") and invites conversation about helping neighbors, noticing who might feel left out, and finding simple ways to make a difference. Back-matter includes a brief "Lesson of the Story" to spark reflection after reading. Part of the Mama Iguana series, each stand-alone adventure pairs a timeless life lesson with a sense of place and tradition. Start your collection with this glowing Halloween tale, then follow the family as they explore new locales, celebrations, and values throughout the year. Charming, reassuring, and joyfully re-readable, Mama Iguana and the Halloween Jack O'Lantern is a keepsake picture book families will reach for every autumn-and whenever a little extra light is needed.