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Scaredy's Nutty Adventures #2
Scaredy Squirrel Gets a Surprise: (A Graphic Novel)
The time is NOW for this anxious little guy: Scaredy Squirrel is back in this second book in a new graphic novel series perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly and Pizza and Taco.
In this second NUTTY ADVENTURE, Scaredy is in for a big surprise.... And Scaredy does NOT like surprises. He is a squirrel who likes a schedule, predictability, nothing unexpected. So, what's inside the mysterious crate? Turns out it's a POOL! Scaredy imagines sharks, eels, and algae! He prepares safety rules! Luckily his friends Ivy, Timber, and newcomer Rash are happy to remind him of another important rule...having fun!
In this second NUTTY ADVENTURE, Scaredy is in for a big surprise.... And Scaredy does NOT like surprises. He is a squirrel who likes a schedule, predictability, nothing unexpected. So, what's inside the mysterious crate? Turns out it's a POOL! Scaredy imagines sharks, eels, and algae! He prepares safety rules! Luckily his friends Ivy, Timber, and newcomer Rash are happy to remind him of another important rule...having fun!
84 pages, Hardcover
First published May 1, 2022
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About the author
Mélanie Watt
53 books298 followersIt was in a design class taught by Michèle Lemieux at the University of Quebec in Montreal that author and illustrator Mélanie Watt created her first picture book, Leon the Chameleon, which was later published by Kids Can Press. Watt went on to create several more books, including the Learning with Animals collection and Augustine, which was named an ALA Notable Children's Book. Watt has also illustrated Where Does a Tiger-Heron Spend the Night? and Bearcub and Mama, which won the 2006 IRA Teachers' Choices Project.
Mélanie's best known book Scaredy Squirrel, has won many awards including the Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award for Children's Picture Book and the Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon Illustrator's Award. The release of Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend, was met with enthusiastic reviews and incredible sales, confirming the arrival of kid lit's newest superstar.
Chester,Chester's Back! and Chester's Masterpiece are about a megalomaniac cat who is every bit the antithesis to Scaredy. Chester has already become a bestseller and shows the breadth and creativity of Mélanie Watt.
Scaredy returns to take a few more tentative steps out of his comfort zone in Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach and Scaredy Squirrel at Night. Mélanie has often noted how the Scaredy Squirrel books helped her work out her own insecurities and fears, as the success of these titles has required her to venture out into the unknown, and like Scaredy she has found the experience truly uplifting.
Mélanie currently resides near Montreal, Quebec.
~From http://www.kidscanpress.com/creators/...
Mélanie's best known book Scaredy Squirrel, has won many awards including the Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award for Children's Picture Book and the Amelia Frances Howard-Gibbon Illustrator's Award. The release of Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend, was met with enthusiastic reviews and incredible sales, confirming the arrival of kid lit's newest superstar.
Chester,Chester's Back! and Chester's Masterpiece are about a megalomaniac cat who is every bit the antithesis to Scaredy. Chester has already become a bestseller and shows the breadth and creativity of Mélanie Watt.
Scaredy returns to take a few more tentative steps out of his comfort zone in Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach and Scaredy Squirrel at Night. Mélanie has often noted how the Scaredy Squirrel books helped her work out her own insecurities and fears, as the success of these titles has required her to venture out into the unknown, and like Scaredy she has found the experience truly uplifting.
Mélanie currently resides near Montreal, Quebec.
~From http://www.kidscanpress.com/creators/...
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May 6, 2022
I love Scaredy Squirrel! Perhaps because we’re more than a little alike. This newest graphic novel in the series is, as always, perfect for early readers while including hidden jokes for the older ones. My favorite in this one is reading the post-it notes on the crate. Highly recommended!
This unbiased review is based on a complimentary copy provided by the publisher.
This unbiased review is based on a complimentary copy provided by the publisher.
February 4, 2023
2.5⭐️
This graphic novel lost me somewhere along the way. There were fun puns and vibrant illustrations, but my interest simply waned. I thought it was a cute read at first, but there's no real narrative and is pretty much just a bunch of friends messing about. I am new to the series and have yet to read the first installment, but kids might enjoy this more than I did.
Thank you to Random House Children's for the Netgalley ARC.
This graphic novel lost me somewhere along the way. There were fun puns and vibrant illustrations, but my interest simply waned. I thought it was a cute read at first, but there's no real narrative and is pretty much just a bunch of friends messing about. I am new to the series and have yet to read the first installment, but kids might enjoy this more than I did.
Thank you to Random House Children's for the Netgalley ARC.
February 10, 2023
I requested this book ARC from NetGalley thinking that it was a new adventure. I instantly realized I've read and reviewed this previously. (Reviewed OCT 2021 for a May 2022 release) Not sure why it now has a May 2023 release but the following is my original review.
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Scaredy Squirrel is always popular in my school library. In this adventure he receives a mysterious package. Being concerned he wants to send it to penguins in Antarctica. There are other adventures too. Switching to graphic novel format, like Narwhal and Jelly is a perfect fit for Squirrel and his friends. I will say that as an adult I find these book almost too silly but my kiddos love them. For K-3rd grade. Can't wait to add it to my school library shelf.
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Scaredy Squirrel is always popular in my school library. In this adventure he receives a mysterious package. Being concerned he wants to send it to penguins in Antarctica. There are other adventures too. Switching to graphic novel format, like Narwhal and Jelly is a perfect fit for Squirrel and his friends. I will say that as an adult I find these book almost too silly but my kiddos love them. For K-3rd grade. Can't wait to add it to my school library shelf.
March 5, 2022
Scaredy Squirrel’s back, in new a Nutty Adventure: He decides it’s a good day to read while sitting in his tree. (It’s always a good day to read, Scaredy.)
Then, a mysterious crate arrives. When Scaredy investigates, he worries it might be something terrible, but three of his friends show up to help him deal with the surprise, and then they all get to enjoy it together.
It’s so great that Scaredy has returned! I loved reading stories about the ultra-cautious squirrel with my child years ago, and it’s good to see that Scaredy hasn’t lost his charm in this new book. Scaredy is still very, very cautious approaching anything new, but learns, with his friends’ support and through investigation and analysis, that there’s nothing to fear about this new experience. Melanie Watt, and Scaredy, thereby also reassure any anxious children dealing with new things.
I look forward to accompanying Scaredy, and his friends, on his new adventures.
Thank you to Netgalley and to Penguin Random House Canada and Tundra Books for this ARC in exchange for my review.
Then, a mysterious crate arrives. When Scaredy investigates, he worries it might be something terrible, but three of his friends show up to help him deal with the surprise, and then they all get to enjoy it together.
It’s so great that Scaredy has returned! I loved reading stories about the ultra-cautious squirrel with my child years ago, and it’s good to see that Scaredy hasn’t lost his charm in this new book. Scaredy is still very, very cautious approaching anything new, but learns, with his friends’ support and through investigation and analysis, that there’s nothing to fear about this new experience. Melanie Watt, and Scaredy, thereby also reassure any anxious children dealing with new things.
I look forward to accompanying Scaredy, and his friends, on his new adventures.
Thank you to Netgalley and to Penguin Random House Canada and Tundra Books for this ARC in exchange for my review.
March 9, 2022
I have been a fan of Scaredy Squirrel since my shy child read Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend about 5-6 years ago. I read that book so many times and found it to be hilarious and so accurately capture the anxiety that some young children feel when trying to make new friends. This book did not disappoint! It was well written, easy to follow and even my toddler enjoyed looking at the pictures to see what would happen next.
Scaredy Squirrel receives a large crate and worries and wonders about what could be inside. He tries to think of ways to get it away from him to Antarctica so he doesn't have to open it and face what's inside. His friends try to help him to see that surprises can be fun.
Love this series and I will continue to read them all!
Thanks to NetGalley and Random House Childrens for access to this ARC.
Scaredy Squirrel receives a large crate and worries and wonders about what could be inside. He tries to think of ways to get it away from him to Antarctica so he doesn't have to open it and face what's inside. His friends try to help him to see that surprises can be fun.
Love this series and I will continue to read them all!
Thanks to NetGalley and Random House Childrens for access to this ARC.
June 7, 2022
This graphic novel is cute, but I didn't like it as much as the first Scaredy Squirrel graphic novel, and the jokes will feel old and forced to people who have read the whole picture book series as well.
Some parents will want to know that this volume includes repeated jokes about horoscopes and presumes the young reader's understanding of the concept.
Some parents will want to know that this volume includes repeated jokes about horoscopes and presumes the young reader's understanding of the concept.
March 29, 2023
This is a cute story about a scaredy squirrel that has a daily routine. But one day a crates gets delivered and scaredy squirrel doesn’t know what to do with it but with help from his friends he solved the problem. I like that this book was a interactive books with choices
April 10, 2023
The Scaredy Squirrel books are a favorite among my preschool kids, and I like reviewing the new ones to see if they would be good to add to my collection. I think this book would be great for older preschool children and younger school-age children. The graphic novel format fits well with the story being told.
Scaredy gets a mysterious package in this one that he wants to send to penguins in Antarctica. Along the way, he makes new friends and has many silly adventures with them. The humor in these books is perfect for younger children who love how Scaredy acts. I’m sure that they would love this one too.
*Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for my ARC of the book. All opinions are my own.*
Scaredy gets a mysterious package in this one that he wants to send to penguins in Antarctica. Along the way, he makes new friends and has many silly adventures with them. The humor in these books is perfect for younger children who love how Scaredy acts. I’m sure that they would love this one too.
*Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for my ARC of the book. All opinions are my own.*
December 4, 2021
Love the graphic novel format for this longer Scaredy Squirrel story! Great visual and word humour on so many levels, making it appealing to adults and kids of all ages and making the reader come back time and again.
March 10, 2022
This is a fun and entertaining story combining a bunch of distinctive characters. The writing is as much for adults as children. Meaning in a silly way that adults can relate, such as the often silliness of being scared. The storytelling is well done, as is the layout of pages and story.
This is not a simple little tale, but one of complexity with little twists and a nice pacing of intrigue as to just what is going on. Humourous bits sprinkled throughout. A nice bit of clever writing.
The dialogue writing is drawn very much from contemporary language heard in the Media and the book will date itself sooner than later.
I just finished the agonizing task of reading 'Batman: Detective" coming out soon. This 'Scaredy' book is better across the board. Better written, plotted, drawn and, most importantly, overall story telling. I wish the folks who produced the Batman book would regard a surprisingly superior entry as this.
The artwork is very simplistic, but work with the style of writing. Especially aids the side posts and scattered notes.
Need to note that if a reader is against astrology, they may be against the running notes of astrological symbols.
This is one exception to my otherwise nearly entirely panning books available through NetGalley. My intent was not to be so critical. I've been surprised just how awful content has been being produced. I find solace in reading only material 30 or 50 years or older.
Glad to find one of the very few available through Netgalley to recommend.
Bottom line: I recommend this book. 10 out of 10 points.
This is not a simple little tale, but one of complexity with little twists and a nice pacing of intrigue as to just what is going on. Humourous bits sprinkled throughout. A nice bit of clever writing.
The dialogue writing is drawn very much from contemporary language heard in the Media and the book will date itself sooner than later.
I just finished the agonizing task of reading 'Batman: Detective" coming out soon. This 'Scaredy' book is better across the board. Better written, plotted, drawn and, most importantly, overall story telling. I wish the folks who produced the Batman book would regard a surprisingly superior entry as this.
The artwork is very simplistic, but work with the style of writing. Especially aids the side posts and scattered notes.
Need to note that if a reader is against astrology, they may be against the running notes of astrological symbols.
This is one exception to my otherwise nearly entirely panning books available through NetGalley. My intent was not to be so critical. I've been surprised just how awful content has been being produced. I find solace in reading only material 30 or 50 years or older.
Glad to find one of the very few available through Netgalley to recommend.
Bottom line: I recommend this book. 10 out of 10 points.
January 20, 2022
Scardey Squirrel is once again full of anxiety and fear in this second book in the new graphic novel series by Mélanie Watt. He makes it clear that he is not a fan of surprises but rather likes to be in control of what's happening at all times.
He discovers a huge mysterious crate outside his tree home and he cautiously needs to seek out its content. He finds out that it's a pool and once again Scaredy's imagination takes over as he envisions perhaps it may contain sharks, eels, and algae! Oh my!
His friends Ivy, Timber, and Rash finally convince Scaredy that all his fretting and inward turmoil can be counter-productive. They encourage him to let those feelings go, relax, and just have some good old-fashion fun with his friends! Will Scaredy take their advice and allow himself to enjoy all the benefits and happy adventures that the new pool is able to provide for himself and everyone else?
The author does a stunning job of creating detailed illustrations and penning playful humour scenarios throughout the book. The comic book/ graphic novel format will be a hit with kids and the characters involved are adorable. Scaredy learns a very valuable life lesson... that it's okay to step out and try something new. I love the book and recommend it for classrooms and elementary school libraries. Both young and old will be delighted with the book and I am looking forward to book #3 in this series.
He discovers a huge mysterious crate outside his tree home and he cautiously needs to seek out its content. He finds out that it's a pool and once again Scaredy's imagination takes over as he envisions perhaps it may contain sharks, eels, and algae! Oh my!
His friends Ivy, Timber, and Rash finally convince Scaredy that all his fretting and inward turmoil can be counter-productive. They encourage him to let those feelings go, relax, and just have some good old-fashion fun with his friends! Will Scaredy take their advice and allow himself to enjoy all the benefits and happy adventures that the new pool is able to provide for himself and everyone else?
The author does a stunning job of creating detailed illustrations and penning playful humour scenarios throughout the book. The comic book/ graphic novel format will be a hit with kids and the characters involved are adorable. Scaredy learns a very valuable life lesson... that it's okay to step out and try something new. I love the book and recommend it for classrooms and elementary school libraries. Both young and old will be delighted with the book and I am looking forward to book #3 in this series.
February 8, 2023
This book is a delight to read and my 5 yr old thought it was full of adventure. It's written more like a comic book and the sentences are short enough for a young one to sound out. The illustrations are also wonderful as they depict the story and help young readers determine what words they are sounding out.
This particular book discusses how Scaredy Squirrel gets an unexpected box delivered and then his entire though process about what it could be. His friends help him to decide what to do with the box in the end. I love how each character's horoscope sign is assigned to them. We had to keep flipping back and forth to read what that characters horoscope was for the book. This made it a great way to teach kids about horoscopes and what they are.
I like that it also deals with anxiety and how Scaredy deals with his. This carries through the entire book - even after he opens the box and discovers what's inside. I think a lot of children can relate to his feelings of anxiety of the unknown and this book would help to open up discussions about that with kids. His friends are all supportive and eventually Scaredy realizes he has nothing to really be afraid of.
It is a "chapter book" but reads quickly.
Suggested ages: 5-10yrs, boys and girls
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This particular book discusses how Scaredy Squirrel gets an unexpected box delivered and then his entire though process about what it could be. His friends help him to decide what to do with the box in the end. I love how each character's horoscope sign is assigned to them. We had to keep flipping back and forth to read what that characters horoscope was for the book. This made it a great way to teach kids about horoscopes and what they are.
I like that it also deals with anxiety and how Scaredy deals with his. This carries through the entire book - even after he opens the box and discovers what's inside. I think a lot of children can relate to his feelings of anxiety of the unknown and this book would help to open up discussions about that with kids. His friends are all supportive and eventually Scaredy realizes he has nothing to really be afraid of.
It is a "chapter book" but reads quickly.
Suggested ages: 5-10yrs, boys and girls
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September 27, 2021
Based on the questions at the beginning of the book, I got a score of 4 so I was able to read the book. However, I would have liked to have seen a chart of the nautical signs in order to help identify the message in the quiz.
Scaredy Squirrel is at it again when a mysterious crate is delivered to his tree. He is worried about what could be inside. With the help of his friends, he brainstorms the contents. They make a plan, but eventually opens the crate to find the surprise.
Children will love this book, like all of the other books in the series.
Great questions to ask students during the reading include the following.
1. What is their horoscope?
2. What do you think is inside the crate?
3. What would you write on the sticky note?
4. Would the sticky notes make the crate heavier?
5. Where is Antarctica?
6. What is knitting, and why is he doing it?
7. Why did Scaredy skip number 1, and what is it?
Scaredy Squirrel books are always fun and include laugh-out-loud events for kids and adults.
Highly recommended for elementary school libraries.
Scaredy Squirrel is at it again when a mysterious crate is delivered to his tree. He is worried about what could be inside. With the help of his friends, he brainstorms the contents. They make a plan, but eventually opens the crate to find the surprise.
Children will love this book, like all of the other books in the series.
Great questions to ask students during the reading include the following.
1. What is their horoscope?
2. What do you think is inside the crate?
3. What would you write on the sticky note?
4. Would the sticky notes make the crate heavier?
5. Where is Antarctica?
6. What is knitting, and why is he doing it?
7. Why did Scaredy skip number 1, and what is it?
Scaredy Squirrel books are always fun and include laugh-out-loud events for kids and adults.
Highly recommended for elementary school libraries.
June 9, 2022
Scaredy Squirrel Gets a Surprise by Melanie Watt is the second graphic novel in the series. Scaredy does NOT like surprises, he is a squirrel who likes a schedule, predictability, nothing unexpected. So, what’s inside the mysterious crate? Turns out it’s a POOL! Scaredy imagines sharks, eels, and algae! He prepares safety rules! Luckily his friends Ivy, Timber, and newcomer Rash are happy to remind him of another important rule, having fun!
Scaredy Squirrel Gets a Surprise is exactly what fans of the character and his series are looking for and expect. The artwork is consistent with past books, charming and funny at the same time. I like that the story is easy to follow for some of the youngest readers, while still having some inside jokes and humor for older readers. I love the balance of fun with the teaching of coping skills, dealing with anxiety, and facing new things on a level that everyone can learn from without feeling like we are being taught a lesson. Fans of this neurotic squirrel and the author will love the read and look forward to whatever might be coming next.
Scaredy Squirrel Gets a Surprise is exactly what fans of the character and his series are looking for and expect. The artwork is consistent with past books, charming and funny at the same time. I like that the story is easy to follow for some of the youngest readers, while still having some inside jokes and humor for older readers. I love the balance of fun with the teaching of coping skills, dealing with anxiety, and facing new things on a level that everyone can learn from without feeling like we are being taught a lesson. Fans of this neurotic squirrel and the author will love the read and look forward to whatever might be coming next.
April 23, 2023
Thank you to NetGalley, author, and publisher for a ARC of this book for review. This did not affect my review.
My son (8yo, 2nd grader, difficulty with reading) absolutely loved this book!! He read it several times and I am just now getting the chance to write our review.
If you have any background of Scaredy Squirrel you know you doesn't like surprises, change and likes routine. This matches myself and my son.
The story is about Scaredy Squirrel receiving a surprise package and immediately his senses are like oh no. My son and I liked Scaredy guessing what could possibly be in the currently upside down (oh no) package and enlisting the help of his friends to figure out how to remove this package.
We both liked learning what was in the package as well as who sent it and how Scaredy and his friends used iI. Also the ending was really sweet. My son gives this 5 stars!!
Side note: Scaredy reads his Horoscope and those of his friends at the beginning of the book which may be bothersome to some.
My son (8yo, 2nd grader, difficulty with reading) absolutely loved this book!! He read it several times and I am just now getting the chance to write our review.
If you have any background of Scaredy Squirrel you know you doesn't like surprises, change and likes routine. This matches myself and my son.
The story is about Scaredy Squirrel receiving a surprise package and immediately his senses are like oh no. My son and I liked Scaredy guessing what could possibly be in the currently upside down (oh no) package and enlisting the help of his friends to figure out how to remove this package.
We both liked learning what was in the package as well as who sent it and how Scaredy and his friends used iI. Also the ending was really sweet. My son gives this 5 stars!!
Side note: Scaredy reads his Horoscope and those of his friends at the beginning of the book which may be bothersome to some.
May 2, 2023
Thank you to Random House Children's, Random House Graphic, and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book.
Scaredy Squirrel is back in another fun installment; this time an unexpected crate arrives at his tree, and in true Scaredy Squirrel fashion, his mind runs through all the terrible things it could potentially be. Thanks to his friends (including a new one), they figure out what is inside, the origin, and develop a plan of how to enjoy it. Along the way, Scaredy realizes that he might have gone overboard yet again, apologizes, and and as a result, everyone is able to enjoy themselves.
This inclusions of the horoscopes seemed a bit odd to me, but they didn't really detract from anything. For me, things almost went off the rails in the middle of the book during the chaos of everyone trying to do different things at the same time, but it *was* an accurate depiction of what can happen when everyone has a different opinion about something. However, as always, adorable illustrations and a fun story.
Scaredy Squirrel is back in another fun installment; this time an unexpected crate arrives at his tree, and in true Scaredy Squirrel fashion, his mind runs through all the terrible things it could potentially be. Thanks to his friends (including a new one), they figure out what is inside, the origin, and develop a plan of how to enjoy it. Along the way, Scaredy realizes that he might have gone overboard yet again, apologizes, and and as a result, everyone is able to enjoy themselves.
This inclusions of the horoscopes seemed a bit odd to me, but they didn't really detract from anything. For me, things almost went off the rails in the middle of the book during the chaos of everyone trying to do different things at the same time, but it *was* an accurate depiction of what can happen when everyone has a different opinion about something. However, as always, adorable illustrations and a fun story.
May 4, 2022
Scaredy Squirrel is one of my favorite comics/graphic novel characters! His view of the world is optimistically frightening, and he is always willing to come up with creative plans to avoid ( or eventually solve) problems—if he has to.
In this book, a strange wooden crate is delivered to his tree, and Scaredy’s friends are gathered to offer support and help him solve the problem; what to do with the large box?
While Scaredy is faced with something (possibly) more frightening than ever before, Ivy (his best friend) takes the logical approach. Fun ensues! Scaredy has the best imagination; I laugh out loud every time I read these books!
A great gift for any age!
5/5
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the free preview of this delightful ebook; the review is voluntary.
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In this book, a strange wooden crate is delivered to his tree, and Scaredy’s friends are gathered to offer support and help him solve the problem; what to do with the large box?
While Scaredy is faced with something (possibly) more frightening than ever before, Ivy (his best friend) takes the logical approach. Fun ensues! Scaredy has the best imagination; I laugh out loud every time I read these books!
A great gift for any age!
5/5
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the free preview of this delightful ebook; the review is voluntary.
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November 5, 2021
Scaredy Squirrel is afraid of pretty much everything. When a mysterious crate arrives, there is no way that Scaredy is going to open it, no matter how much his friends insist... but while he's playing dead, his friends and family come up with the perfect way to encourage Scaredy to say Yes for once, and Scaredy discovers that it's OK to try something new.
I've always loved the Scaredy squirrel picture books (and my kindergartners do too!). They tended to be on the long side, especially with all the quirky details, which didn't always go over well with my younger readers. I'm therefore delighted that this series has progressed to bite-sized graphic novels with chapter breaks. This makes so much sense and allows kids to grow up with the series. Of course, the safety tips and moments of humor are always key points. I can't wait to see more!
I've always loved the Scaredy squirrel picture books (and my kindergartners do too!). They tended to be on the long side, especially with all the quirky details, which didn't always go over well with my younger readers. I'm therefore delighted that this series has progressed to bite-sized graphic novels with chapter breaks. This makes so much sense and allows kids to grow up with the series. Of course, the safety tips and moments of humor are always key points. I can't wait to see more!
March 28, 2022
I received an electronic ARC from Random House Children's Publishing through NetGalley.
Scaredy is back with new adventures in this lower elementary level chapter book. A surprise crate arrives and Scaredy wants to get rid of it. He imagines all sorts of crazy items being inside. Readers will enjoy the humor as the story unfolds. Scaredy's friends help him by listening to his ideas and offering their own on how to get rid of this crate. When it accidentally cracks open, they discover it is a pool. Further disasters occur as Scaredy first wants to get rid of it and then sets up rules for them to have fun. Scaredy, Ivy, Timber and Rash figure out their friendship, support each other, and enjoy their time together.
The illustrations are colorful and fun to look at. Elementary level readers will appreciate the way the characters interact and enjoy guessing what is in the crate too.
Scaredy is back with new adventures in this lower elementary level chapter book. A surprise crate arrives and Scaredy wants to get rid of it. He imagines all sorts of crazy items being inside. Readers will enjoy the humor as the story unfolds. Scaredy's friends help him by listening to his ideas and offering their own on how to get rid of this crate. When it accidentally cracks open, they discover it is a pool. Further disasters occur as Scaredy first wants to get rid of it and then sets up rules for them to have fun. Scaredy, Ivy, Timber and Rash figure out their friendship, support each other, and enjoy their time together.
The illustrations are colorful and fun to look at. Elementary level readers will appreciate the way the characters interact and enjoy guessing what is in the crate too.
February 11, 2023
Scaredy Squirrel Gets a Surprise (Scaredy’s Nutty Adventures #2). Authored and illustrated by Melanie Watt. 2022. Random House Graphic (ARC eBook).
Scaredy’s day takes an unexpected turn when a crate is delivered to his tree. Scaredy’s imagination takes a spin as he wonders what could be in the crate? His friends Ivy, Timber and Rash show up and plans are devised for what to do with the mysterious crate, all of which hilariously involves Antarctica! Will Scaredy’s friends be able to help him overcome his anxiety and have fun?
What a fun, adorably illustrated read that has silly humor for both children and adults. A quiz and horoscopes are included to help set the stage.
*Random House Graphic ARC via NetGalley
Scaredy’s day takes an unexpected turn when a crate is delivered to his tree. Scaredy’s imagination takes a spin as he wonders what could be in the crate? His friends Ivy, Timber and Rash show up and plans are devised for what to do with the mysterious crate, all of which hilariously involves Antarctica! Will Scaredy’s friends be able to help him overcome his anxiety and have fun?
What a fun, adorably illustrated read that has silly humor for both children and adults. A quiz and horoscopes are included to help set the stage.
*Random House Graphic ARC via NetGalley
February 15, 2023
Scaredy Squirrel, who is scared of everything (as his name implies) gets a surprise package. With the help of his friends, Scaredy learns that surprises can actually be fun!
This super cute and funny graphic chapter book is perfect for those kids ready to be introduced to longer books, but who still enjoy illustrations. I thought the story was hilarious and I really enjoyed how Scaredy's friends were kind and encouraging in their attempts to get him to accept things that didn't go to according to his very precise plans.
This is a book I will be getting for my son when he is ready for more than just picture books.
I received a digital copy from NetGalley and the publisher. My review is honest and voluntary.
This super cute and funny graphic chapter book is perfect for those kids ready to be introduced to longer books, but who still enjoy illustrations. I thought the story was hilarious and I really enjoyed how Scaredy's friends were kind and encouraging in their attempts to get him to accept things that didn't go to according to his very precise plans.
This is a book I will be getting for my son when he is ready for more than just picture books.
I received a digital copy from NetGalley and the publisher. My review is honest and voluntary.
September 30, 2021
Oddly I’m pretty sure I have Scaredy Squirrel on a tote from ALA, but I had never read one of his books, so thank you NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read this one!
This was a super adorable book with a very anxious little squirrel at the Center of it. He is not sure at all about surprises, so when an unidentified crate turns up, he’s sure the best idea is to send it to Antarctica. Much assistance from his friends and hilarious incidents later, Scaredy Squirrel realises maybe surprises aren’t all so bad after all.
I’m going to hand this to my 9yo who I think will enjoy it, but this would be a great book for younger anxious kids, and full of fun hilarity for all kids.
This was a super adorable book with a very anxious little squirrel at the Center of it. He is not sure at all about surprises, so when an unidentified crate turns up, he’s sure the best idea is to send it to Antarctica. Much assistance from his friends and hilarious incidents later, Scaredy Squirrel realises maybe surprises aren’t all so bad after all.
I’m going to hand this to my 9yo who I think will enjoy it, but this would be a great book for younger anxious kids, and full of fun hilarity for all kids.
May 21, 2022
Thanks to NetGalley for an eArc to review.
In classic Scaredy Squirrel fashion, our intrepidly anxious friend gets a surprise delivered. The package's very existence is anxiety-inducing, but with the help of some good friends, Scaredy Squirrel figures out what it is and then proceeds to enjoy the new item (but not without carefully reviewing all safety information).
If you enjoy the Scaredy Squirrel picture books, this should be no exception. It's a visually busy and engaging book, with lots of details to discover (and laugh about). Perfect for summertime reading fun (or anytime, really).
In classic Scaredy Squirrel fashion, our intrepidly anxious friend gets a surprise delivered. The package's very existence is anxiety-inducing, but with the help of some good friends, Scaredy Squirrel figures out what it is and then proceeds to enjoy the new item (but not without carefully reviewing all safety information).
If you enjoy the Scaredy Squirrel picture books, this should be no exception. It's a visually busy and engaging book, with lots of details to discover (and laugh about). Perfect for summertime reading fun (or anytime, really).
February 3, 2023
2.5 out of 5 stars.
This definitely feels more like a graphic novel than every other children's storybook I've picked up. I feel like this was a bit much for a picture and it definitely would've made me bored as a kid. This is one of those stories that would be great as a kid's show but doesn't come across the same in this format. I think it was cute though and I thought this was from the author who I had previously enjoyed a kid's book from but I am not so sure now because of the writing structure and style.
Disclaimer: I received an arc digital copy of this to review from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
This definitely feels more like a graphic novel than every other children's storybook I've picked up. I feel like this was a bit much for a picture and it definitely would've made me bored as a kid. This is one of those stories that would be great as a kid's show but doesn't come across the same in this format. I think it was cute though and I thought this was from the author who I had previously enjoyed a kid's book from but I am not so sure now because of the writing structure and style.
Disclaimer: I received an arc digital copy of this to review from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
May 14, 2023
Such a cute book for kids beginning to read longer books on their own. Scaredy Squirrel receives a parcel from an unknown sender and is terrified to open it for fear of what might be inside. He doesn’t like surprises and is worried that it might be something bad. His friends step up to help him move it and the unthinkable happens but are Scaredy’s worst fears realized? Definitely a cute book about overcoming fears that is short enough for kids to read but long enough to get some fun jokes and a good solid feel-good story in as well.
I would like to thank the publisher, author, and netgalley for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review.
I would like to thank the publisher, author, and netgalley for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review.
September 2, 2023
Another longer Scaredy Squirrel book. What is in the mystery package, and do we even want to know? This one came together well--maybe not quite on the level of Scaredy Squirrel in a Nutshell, but definitely worth reading and rereading. A lot of callback jokes with the horoscopes and penguins--while they're entertaining, it could be a bit repetitive. We laughed quite a few times, and I'd definitely recommend it to any Scaredy Squirrel fan. With all of that said, I do like the books' underlying messages about anxiety, and they could also be used as a teaching tool. Great illustrations and lots of fun.
January 28, 2022
I received this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Melanie Watt's Scaredy Squirrel series will never disappoint. The story is so consistently good, funny and so much little details. In this story, our lovable, paranoid little squirrel receives a crate and all breaks loose. My daughter learned about horoscopes from this book and she said her favourite parts are all the lists, and how all the objects have two words descriptions that start with "will" (will poke, will cause algae etc.), she thought it was hilarious. We both loved this new book.
Melanie Watt's Scaredy Squirrel series will never disappoint. The story is so consistently good, funny and so much little details. In this story, our lovable, paranoid little squirrel receives a crate and all breaks loose. My daughter learned about horoscopes from this book and she said her favourite parts are all the lists, and how all the objects have two words descriptions that start with "will" (will poke, will cause algae etc.), she thought it was hilarious. We both loved this new book.
May 4, 2022
Your favorite neurotic squirrel is back at it again in the second graphic novel length book. Filled with appealing, colorful artwork and humor fitting for all ages, we meet Scaredy in his tree with the delivery of an unexpected crate. Scaredy pushed out of his comfort zone with the help of a cast of supportive friends and learns that pushing ourselves to try something new can result in fun!
Fans of previous Scaredy Squirrel books will not be disappointed.
Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Fans of previous Scaredy Squirrel books will not be disappointed.
Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
December 29, 2022
'Scaredy Squirrel Gets a Surprise' with story and art by Melanie Watt is a graphic novel for young readers featuring a very nervous squirrel and is book 2 in the Scaredy's Nutty Adventures series.
This time around Scaredy finds a big crate by his tree and his overly active imagination sees any number of things lurking in the crate, like robots, or dinosaur eggs. What is actually in the crate brings more anxiety until he learns where it came from.
The story is wild and fun. I liked the silly horoscopes. The art is super cute and the addition of a new character was great.
This time around Scaredy finds a big crate by his tree and his overly active imagination sees any number of things lurking in the crate, like robots, or dinosaur eggs. What is actually in the crate brings more anxiety until he learns where it came from.
The story is wild and fun. I liked the silly horoscopes. The art is super cute and the addition of a new character was great.
February 1, 2023
My boys love Scaredy Squirrel!! He is great to open up discussions on anxiety and how we cope and handle situations. This new adventure follows Scaredy as overanalyzes a 'surprise' package that arrives at his house.
I thought the beginning and everything to do with the box was absolutely perfect! I felt the third chapter (after the discovery of the surprise) was a bit long and confusing to follow or read aloud. Too many characters without a narrative to follow. I also thought the horoscope joke played out too long too.
The ending was adorable.
Overall 3.5 stars!
I thought the beginning and everything to do with the box was absolutely perfect! I felt the third chapter (after the discovery of the surprise) was a bit long and confusing to follow or read aloud. Too many characters without a narrative to follow. I also thought the horoscope joke played out too long too.
The ending was adorable.
Overall 3.5 stars!
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