Scaredy Squirrel Books

The five original picture books are shown in publication order, beginning with Scaredy Squirrel. Each adventure stands alone, so families can also start with the situation that feels most familiar.

The Christmas, Halloween, camping, and doctor books use activity, holiday, or health-focused formats. They are shown separately as companions rather than numbered continuations.

Sources: Kids Can Press Scaredy Squirrel series, Kids Can Press five-story collection.

Scaredy's lists of germs, predators, strangers, and other unlikely dangers exaggerate common worries for humor. His plans usually unravel, but he discovers that the real experience is manageable and often enjoyable.

The stories are especially useful for children who like preparation and predictability. The message is not that fear is silly; it is that a cautious child can take a small risk and recover when events do not go according to plan.