We know by now that Scaredy Squirrel only feels safe when he's at home in his nut tree, with his defenses, his emergency kit and his back?up plans at the ready. So even though the sun is shining and it's time for a vacation, Scaredy does not want to go to the beach -- that vast, frightening place where a squirrel could get stranded. (Not to mention other hazards such as sea monsters, falling coconuts, seagulls, pirates and lobsters.) Instead, Scaredy builds his own safe beach getaway under his nut tree, complete with germ-free inflatable pool, artificial beach scenery, a flashlight and a plastic flamingo. Still, the lure of the genuine beach is strong -- even a dedicated homebody such as Scaredy can't resist it forever. Can his back?up plans save him from its perils? Will his No.65 sunscreen protect his delicate complexion?
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Kindergarten-Grade 3—Scaredy Squirrel is frightened by everything associated with the beach—seagulls, sea monsters, jellyfish, etc. He decides to vacation alone, at home, and creates a beach environment with a bag of kitty litter, a plastic flamingo, a flashlight for sunlight, etc. Something is missing, though—the sound of the ocean. The squirrel then devises an elaborate plan to retrieve a seashell (unoccupied) from the real beach by mailing himself to the shore. He has such a good day there—amid the crowd of people—that he forgets his fears and decides to populate his personal beach with a crowd of garden gnomes. Children with fears of the unknown will relate to this tale. The simple story line explains Scaredy Squirrel's worries, plans, and activities in a humorous way. Digitally rendered illustrations in pastel, Floridian colors add amusing details. This is an excellent book to share one-on-one.—Erlene Bishop Killeen, Stroughton Area School District, WI
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That worrywart Scaredy Squirrel (2006) returns in another hilarious tale, this time contemplating a beach vacation. Concerned about falling coconuts, seagulls, and lobsters, however, he decides to build his own beach. After a burst of squirrel creativity, he is soon lounging on a bed of kitty litter, soaking in sun from a flashlight, and contemplating the water in his inflatable pool. Unfortunately, there’s something amiss, which puts Scaredy on course to a real beach to acquire a seashell. As might be expected, his preparations for the visit involve much more than just packing a suit. In fact, the only thing that slips beneath his radar are people—who eventually win him over and also inspire a funny addition to his own sunbather’s haven. In appealing, flat colors, Watt’s cartoon-style pictures (full spread and graphic-novel-style panels) add joke after joke. With simple shapes bordered in distinctive ribbons of black and white, they deliver a surprise on every page as the obsessive squirrel, with toothy grin and boundless imagination, scampers around, trying to anticipate everything that can go wrong. Grades 1-3. --Stephanie Zvirin
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Melanie Watt lives in Montreal, Quebec. She is the author and illustrator of a number of children's books including Scaredy Squirrel and Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend.
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Scaredy Squirrel is off on an another adventure! Summer has arrived, but Scaredy knows the beach is rife with dangerous packs of pirates, mobs of lobsters, and flocks of seagulls. For safety's sake, he opts to build a faux beach right at the base of his own nut tree. His imaginative techniques and improvisational materials result in a satisfactorily realistic beach. The only missing ingredient - a soothing ocean sound.
Scaredy has no choice but to acquire a seashell from the real beach, a dangerous mission. For a phobic squirrel, a beach foray demands a time table, risk identification map, avoidance techniques, and protective body gear. Scaredy quickly discovers there is one variable he neglected to allow for and he is forced to adapt!
These pages are packed with clever little gems just waiting to be discovered. Scaredy's overly-detailed plans and goofy protective gear will have your kids giggling. This Squirrel is so endearing, you can't help but be won over by his quirky nature. He's got issues, but he's also got plenty of hustle and imagination. You gotta love that big toothy grin of his!
Scaredy has no choice but to acquire a seashell from the real beach, a dangerous mission. For a phobic squirrel, a beach foray demands a time table, risk identification map, avoidance techniques, and protective body gear. Scaredy quickly discovers there is one variable he neglected to allow for and he is forced to adapt!
These pages are packed with clever little gems just waiting to be discovered. Scaredy's overly-detailed plans and goofy protective gear will have your kids giggling. This Squirrel is so endearing, you can't help but be won over by his quirky nature. He's got issues, but he's also got plenty of hustle and imagination. You gotta love that big toothy grin of his!
By DeMalta
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These were the books I mostly read to my son in the 3-5 year range, and still do on occasion!
By M. Heiss
Format:Hardcover
This book is a complete hoot. My kids are older, and they get such a kick out of Scaredy Squirrel's preparations for his trip to the beach. Truth be told, I think my kids are a tiny bit frightened of crabs, just like Scaredy.
Your family will enjoy this book!
Your family will enjoy this book!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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More fun with Scaredy!
Melanie Watt, Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach (Kids Can Press, 2008)
Watt's third Scaredy Squirrel book is as cute as the first two, though she's really kind of stretching... Read more
Watt's third Scaredy Squirrel book is as cute as the first two, though she's really kind of stretching... Read more
Published on May 12, 2010 by Robert P. Beveridge
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Scaredy Squirrel At The Beach
This Book is about Scaredy planned to go to the beach. My favorite part is when he plays dead.My favorite character is Scaredy.
Published on April 29, 2010
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Scaredy Squirrel At The Beach
This Book is about Scaredy planned to go to the beach. My favorite part is when he plays dead.My favorite character is Scaredy.
Published on April 29, 2010
4.0 out of 5 stars
Cute and funny
The Scaredy Squirrel series features an adorable, but overly anxious squirrel who empowers himself by facing his fears and consequently learning that many of his fears are perhaps... Read more
Published on September 14, 2009 by Incurable Romantic
5.0 out of 5 stars
Scaredy is fun in the forest and in the sun!
Scaredy Squirrel is a very cautious sort. As we have learned over the course of the series, he is something of a germaphobe and has an obsessive need to control his environment at... Read more
Published on September 4, 2009 by Bookphile
5.0 out of 5 stars
scaredy squirrel succeeds
we love scaredy squirrel. my pre-school and kindergarden kids love the patterns and "read" it constantly with smiles and giggles.
Published on May 24, 2009 by K. Raiford
5.0 out of 5 stars
For Young Readers
Mélanie Watt's SCAREDY SQUIRREL AT THE BEACH has a bit deceptive at first glance. Okay, maybe deceptive isn't the correct term. Read more
Published on April 21, 2009 by J. Kaye Oldner
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a great sequel
My first grader asked for Scaredy Squirrel for Christmas. I got him the original, Scardey Squirrel and Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach. Read more
Published on January 13, 2009 by Kathy Smith
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scaredy squirrel
My kids and I love these books. Very clever and entertaining for both the child and parent. Can't wait to see if more will be written. We have all three now.
Published on January 6, 2009 by Regina
3.0 out of 5 stars
We Love Scaredy, But This Book Is A Little Too "Busy!"...
...I should reiterate. "Scaredy Squirrel At The Beach", is another fabulous story from Melanie Watt and her adventures of our favorite "chicken", "Scaredy Squirrel". Read more
Published on November 7, 2008 by Mom2three
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