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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2022
NO! Said Custard the Squirrel
Written by Sergio Ruzzier
A quirky creature defies expectations to stay true to itself.
3.2/5 Goodreads · 209 ratings
40 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Custard the Squirrel faces constant pressure to conform, but refuses to quack like a duck. In this whimsical tale, Custard's steadfast 'NO!' becomes a powerful anthem of self-acceptance. As Custard navigates a world eager to label and change him, readers are invited to question: What does it mean to be truly yourself? With charming illustrations and a humorous narrative, this story celebrates individuality and the courage to defy societal norms. Will Custard's determination inspire others to embrace their unique identities, or will the world insist on fitting him into a mold?
From the publisher
From award-winning creator Sergio Ruzzier, an oddball “squirrel” forges his own path in this comical tale about being yourselfCustard the Squirrel, aren’t you a duck? Will you please quack? Will you do anything you don’t want to do? “NO!” said Custard the Squirrel. From the brilliant mind of author-illustrator Sergio Ruzzier comes this delightfully wacky story about rejecting others’ expectations of who you should be and being unapologetically, authentically you. Simple, universal, and hilarious, this rollicking read-aloud is an ode to free spirits everywhere.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Reading age
- 3–6
- Audience
- Picture
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The fine print
Book details
Publication
- Published
- September 6, 2022
- Publisher
- Harry N. Abrams
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781419755248
- LCCN
- 2021050654
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