Pumpkins can be exciting, messy, bright, bumpy, cold, slimy, and a little unpredictable. For a sensory-sensitive child, that mix can feel fun one moment and overwhelming the next. The good news is that pumpkin play does not have to mean reaching straight into a slippery pumpkin. With a few thoughtful changes, pumpkins can become a gentle, playful way to explore touch, smell, movement, color, and fine motor skills. From an occupational therapist’s perspective, the goal is not