A Squirrel's Tale
By Richard Fowler
The Story
A hungry squirrel searches for the nuts he buried, poking around a nest of fledglings, Mr. Owl, Frog, Vole, Mole, a cave of bats, and the woodchopper's house along the way.
Why It's Special
For the toddler who loves opening every flap and door in sight, this squirrel's search through the woods turns hunting for hidden nuts into a game the whole book invites you to play.
- Big idea: Finding what's yours sometimes means checking with everyone you know along the way.
- Vibes: Cozy, curious, woodland-wandering.
Perfect For Kids Who
- like to lift flaps and peek behind pages
- enjoy meeting a parade of animal characters
- are working on remembering where things are hidden
- respond well to a simple search-and-find structure
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What was the squirrel looking for as he visited Mr. Owl, Frog, Vole, and Mole?
- Imagination: If you buried your favorite toy, where would you hide it so you'd remember?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever forgotten where you put something and had to search for it?
- Story & problem-solving: Why do you think the squirrel visited so many different animals and places?
