Book Series · 9 Books

Scaredy Squirrel Books

In order from Scaredy Squirrel to Scaredy Squirrel Visits the Doctor.

The Scaredy Squirrel series is a set of 9 picture books by Melanie Watt, published between 2006 and 2022. Written for ages 4–9, most books run about 30 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

Scaredy Squirrel

By Melanie Watt

A squirrel's life is turned upside down when he is forced to confront his fears and venture into the unknown.

40 pages· 583 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

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Summary: Scaredy Squirrel never leaves his tree, fearing dangers like tarantulas and Martians. Armed with an emergency kit, he watches and waits. But when he accidentally falls, Scaredy must confront his fears of germs and sharks. As he ventures into the unknown, will he find more than just danger? Discover what happens when Scaredy takes a leap of faith.

The complete set

Scaredy Squirrel Series

9 books · Published 2006–2022

Series

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Scaredy Squirrel

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

A squirrel's life is turned upside down when he is forced to confront his fears and venture into the unknown.

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$858

Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007

A squirrel tries to make a friend while avoiding potential dangers.

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$759

Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008

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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$759

Scaredy Squirrel at Night

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

A sleepless squirrel's dreams are about to come true. Can he survive the night?

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$759

Scaredy Squirrel Has a Birthday Party

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

A squirrel's birthday party plans are disrupted by unexpected guests

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$1795

Scaredy Squirrel Prepares for Christmas

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

Navigate Christmas chaos with a quirky safety guide to avoid holiday hazards.

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$1695

Scaredy Squirrel Goes Camping

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2013

A cautious squirrel's quest for TV power leads to unexpected outdoor adventures.

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$1795

Scaredy Squirrel Prepares for Halloween

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2013

Navigate Halloween's frights with a quirky guide to staying safe and prepared.

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$1697

Scaredy Squirrel Visits the Doctor

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2022

A cautious squirrel faces his fear of the vet.

Companion series

Scaredy's Nutty Adventures Series

4 books · Published 2021–2024

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Graphic Nov.

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$1299

Scaredy Squirrel in a Nutshell

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

A squirrel tries to protect his nut tree from various threats and eventually befriends a neighbor.

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Graphic Nov.

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$1248

Scaredy Squirrel Gets a Surprise

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

A squirrel's life is turned upside down when a mysterious crate arrives at his doorstep

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Graphic Nov.

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$1248

Scaredy Squirrel Gets Festive

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023

A squirrel faces holiday chaos, discovering the true gift of friendship.

#4 in Series

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$1248

Scaredy Squirrel Scared Silly

Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2024

Can Scaredy Squirrel face Halloween fears with friends' help?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Scaredy Squirrel series?

There are 9 books in the Scaredy Squirrel series. It began with Scaredy Squirrel in 2006, and the newest book, Scaredy Squirrel Visits the Doctor, was published in 2022.