Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach

Written & illustrated by Melanie Watt

Part of the Scaredy Squirrel series

A squirrel builds his own private beach at home but decides to take a trip to the real beach to find a seashell.

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32 pages· 691 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Scaredy Squirrel prefers the safety of his nut tree, avoiding the beach's perils like sea monsters and pirates. Yet, the real beach's allure is undeniable. Will his meticulous plans and sunscreen be enough to protect him from the unexpected? Dive into Scaredy's adventure as he confronts his fears and discovers if his safe haven can truly shield him from the world outside.

From the publisher

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?

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
691
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD580L
Themes & topics
Books about the beachBooks about courageBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about sports and recreationBooks about feeling scared
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.6
F&P level
~O
Scholastic level
K
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
121306
Publication
Published
March 1, 2012
First published
January 1, 2008
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781554534623

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