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Those Darn Squirrels!

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My 5-year-old daughter loves all that is good and pink and purple, but we do need some variety every now and then. This book is great fun! We totally relate to Old Man Fookwire's frustrations and laugh at the squirrels' crazy plans. (We're certain there are similar plans being drafted by those darn squirrels in our own backyard!) I would think all ages would enjoy this clever story.

We have a birdfeeder in our back yard that squirrels feed out of. My daughter always yells at them. I'm not a grumpy old man but there is a definite parallel. Just like the grumpy old man, I try various ways to stop the squirrels without prevail. After reading the book my daughter and I shake our fists from the other side of the window and get a good laugh.

I like books like this that we can relate to in our daily lives and it does in a fun way. I like the illustrations too, a bit cartoony and very stylish. I think anyone with a birdfeeder probably could relate, and even without a birdfeeder, it's a fun book to read to kids.

I got this book for my nephew for Christmas and he LOVES it. It's a great story, with super illustrations, and somehow kids love to say, "Darn," 'cause it feels naughty. The best thing about buying kids' books is getting to read them first!

We ordered this book based on the title and our experiences with squirrels. We have read and reread it to our our granddaughter since Christmas and really enjoy the shared experience. We would recommend it to anyone who likes reading to children.

My three year old and I just love this book. It is a wonderful story where our fuzzy little geniuses are misunderstood but how through a little friendly consideration can change even grummpy old man Fookwire. My son loves to shake his fist and say some of the lines of the book with me. The illustrations only add to the fun nature of the book. One of the best childrens book I have read in a while.

"Those Darn Squirrels" although a wonderful whimsical children's book is also applicable to all ages. It has a real life lesson to teach everyone which is, you never know where your friends or happiness will come from next so be open minded to all people and things. I have shared this book with children and adults alike. The response from all is one of delight. They can't stop reading it. Great job Adam and Daniel. Good luck with your future endeavors.

I definately enjoyed reading "Those Darn Squirrels" with my 8-year-old sister. She just loved the illustrations and was able to follow the story on her own. The story is uplifting, funny and easy for the little ones to read. The pictures are perfect! Glad I bought the book!

The book "Those Darn Squirrels" is a phenomenal read for children of all ages. The lessons learned in this story are something not only children but our whole society should value. The vivid imagery by Daniel Salmieri jumps off the pages, engrossing the reader and making one feel they are sharing a bowl of cottage cheese and pepper with Mr. Fookwire. Congratulations on a marvelous job by the author and the illustrator. Best of luck with all your future projects.

I bought this book for my several of my friends' kids. Great googly moogly its a great story of caring and teamwork.

Adam Rubin's THOSE DARN SQUIRRELS! tells of a bird-loving man who tries to build seed and berry feeders for his wild birds - but squirrels keep thwarting his efforts. How a grumpy old man comes to terms with the local wildlife makes for a fun, realistic story replete with whimsical drawings by Daniel Salmieri.