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Synopsis
This book in the Scaredy Squirrel series shows our nutty hero making a friend. Scaredy finds that friendship is well worth the risks — and the risks are considerable!
Children's Literature
Captivating illustrations and lively text make this book a fun read. The reader is hooked as soon as she turns to the inside flap where Scaredy, the worrisome squirrel, introduces the story. The reader's curiosity is further piqued by a warning sign on the next page. Very quickly readers start to understand a few things about the main character. First and foremost, he is afraid of everything, and, as a result, he has no friends. As the story unravels, Scaredy describes the many precautions he takes as he searches for a friend. Finally, just as he locates who he thinks will make the perfect friend, his plans are abruptly changed. Illustrations and text are skillfully woven together throughout the book. The pages are filled with engaging and interactive illustrations. Many of the pages contain split images, maps, charts, diagrams, and lively depictions of Scaredy's plans and ideas. This will hold the interests of young readers while at the same time teaching lessons about life and friendship. Additionally, readers become familiar with graphics such as maps, charts, and diagrams. Appropriate for a classroom or a home library, adults and children can enjoy this book together.