Earl the Squirrel
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2005 · Est. 8 min read-aloud

Earl the Squirrel

Written by Don Freeman

A young squirrel's quest for acorns tests his determination and resourcefulness.

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48 pages· 980 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· AD550L
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Earl the Squirrel must prove he can find his own acorns, but he doesn't know where to start. Armed with a red scarf and aided by forest friends, Earl sets off on a nighttime adventure. Can he overcome the odds and show his mother he's capable? Join Earl as he navigates challenges and discovers the true meaning of perseverance in his quest for acorns.

From the publisher

Earl the Squirrel’s mom wants him to learn how to find his own acorns. But Earl doesn’t even know where to begin. He is determined, though, to show his mother that he can find them. With the help of his red scarf–and a few animals along the way–Earl embarks on an all-night search. But will he ever be able to locate an acorn?

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
980
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD550L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about self-esteemBooks about squirrels and chipmunksBooks about social themesBooks about self-esteem and self-reliance
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.4
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
88388
Publication
Published
September 6, 2007
First published
January 1, 2005
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780142408933

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