Books About Squirrels

The Best Squirrels Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about squirrels? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Squirrels

The FRUSTRATING Book!
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$1248
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

The FRUSTRATING Book!

By Mo Willems · Book #5 in the Unlimited Squirrels series

Zoom Squirrel seeks new emotions, but what if they're not what he expects?

96 pages· 731 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
7.0/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 442 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Zoom Squirrel is on a quest to experience new emotions, but his squirrel friends' help might lead to unexpected feelings. Will Zoomy embrace these changes, or will they prove too much? Join the fun-filled adventure with quirky quizzes and nutty facts, and discover if you know more about feelings than the squirrels by the end of this engaging tale.
I Lost My Tooth!
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2018

I Lost My Tooth!

By Mo Willems · Book #1 in the Unlimited Squirrels series

Zoom Squirrel's tooth is missing! Can the Squirrels solve the mystery?

96 pages· 340 words· Est. 4 min read
7.0/7 Bookroo·4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,403 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Zoom Squirrel's front tooth is gone, sparking a wild adventure among the Squirrels. As they scramble to find the missing baby tooth, hilarity ensues with quirky quizzes and nutty facts. Will they uncover the truth about teeth, or will the mystery remain unsolved? Join the fun and see if you know more than the Squirrels by the end!
Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend
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$858
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007

Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend

By Melanie Watt · Book #2 in the Scaredy Squirrel series

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

32 pages· 576 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.3 Goodreads · 5,432 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Scaredy Squirrel is on a mission to find the perfect friend, armed with a meticulous plan and a list of safe candidates. But when his carefully crafted strategy encounters an unexpected, toothy twist, Scaredy must confront his fears. Will he survive the chaos and discover the true essence of friendship? Dive into this nutty adventure to find out if Scaredy's quest leads to a kindred spirit or a new set of worries.
The Adventures of Happy Jack
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$570
Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1918

The Adventures of Happy Jack

By Thornton W. Burgess · Dover Children's Thrift Classics series

A squirrel's peaceful life shatters when a deadly predator arrives.

128 pages· 22,620 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 227 ratings
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Summary: Happy Jack Squirrel's carefree days guarding his hickory nuts are upended when Shadow the Weasel appears, threatening his very existence. As he races through the Green Forest, Jack must outwit his cunning foe. Will his tricks be enough to escape, or will Shadow's pursuit prove too relentless? Join Jack in a tale of survival, friendship, and the unexpected lessons of nature.
M Is for Mama's Boy
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

M Is for Mama's Boy

By Michael Buckley, Ethen Beavers (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the NERDS series

Superspies lose powers. Can they stop a traitor with only their wits?

246 pages· 47,697 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 6,762 ratings
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Summary: The NERDS, a team of school-based superspies, face their toughest challenge yet: a former teammate turned enemy. Stripped of their high-tech abilities by a computer genius, Duncan “Gluestick” Dewey and his friends must rely on courage and cleverness to thwart the villainous duo. Can they outsmart their foes and save the day without their usual gadgets? Dive into a world where espionage meets elementary school antics, and discover if bravery and brains are enough to overcome betrayal.
Urchin of the Riding Stars
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2005

Urchin of the Riding Stars

By M.I. McAllister · Book #1 in the The Mistmantle Chronicles series

Island of Mistmantle: a battle of heroes, villains, and secrets.

282 pages· 66,648 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 7,036 ratings
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Summary: On the island of Mistmantle, a young squirrel faces a web of murder and treachery. As alliances shift and secrets unravel, can he navigate the perilous path of revenge? Discover a world where woodland creatures are embroiled in epic battles, echoing the timeless tales of Watership Down and The Wind in the Willows. Will the island's peace be restored, or will darkness prevail?
Micawber
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002

Micawber

By John Lithgow, C. F. Payne (Illustrator)

A city squirrel who loves the art museum secretly becomes a painter himself.

40 pages· 523 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.1 Goodreads · 434 ratings
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Summary: Micawber, a squirrel in Central Park, adores the paintings he glimpses at the art museum. When he sees an artist copying the masters, he stows away in her paint box and, while she sleeps, paints masterpieces of his own to hang in his home. Told in rhyming verse.
Scaredy Squirrel Has a Birthday Party
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$759
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Scaredy Squirrel Has a Birthday Party

By Melanie Watt · Book #5 in the Scaredy Squirrel series

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

32 pages· 958 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.1 Goodreads · 1,750 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Scaredy Squirrel meticulously plans a solo birthday celebration, avoiding the chaos of party animals. But when ants, clownfish, ponies, and even Bigfoot crash his party, his plans are tossed like confetti. Will Scaredy retreat to safety, or embrace the unexpected and face the music? Dive into this nutty adventure to find out!
Bob Ross and Peapod the Squirrel
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Bob Ross and Peapod the Squirrel

By Robb Pearlman, Bob Ross (Illustrator), Jason Kayser (Illustrator) · Bob Ross and Peapod series

A painter helps a squirrel find a perfect home through art.

32 pages· 277 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.1 Goodreads · 276 ratings
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Summary: In a heartwarming tale, Bob Ross guides his squirrel friend, Peapod, to find a perfect home. As they create the painting 'Meadow Lake,' they embrace the joy of unexpected 'happy little accidents.' Will Peapod find serenity in this artistic journey?
Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2011

Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door

By Adam Rubin, Daniel Salmieri (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Those Darn Squirrels! series

A grumpy man's yard is disrupted by a mischievous cat. Can the squirrels save the day?

32 pages· 964 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 1,287 ratings
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Summary: Old Man Fookwire's peaceful yard is turned upside down when Little Old Lady Hu and her troublesome cat, Muffins, move in next door. Muffins terrorizes the birds and causes chaos, leaving Fookwire and the squirrels in distress. But these clever squirrels have a plan to outsmart the feline menace. Will their scheme succeed, or will Muffins continue his reign of terror? Dive into this hilarious tale of unlikely heroes and unexpected alliances, where the stakes are high and the antics are endless.
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Squirrels Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about squirrels for preschool and elementary-age readers.

The Secret Life of Squirrels
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The Secret Life of Squirrels

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A lonely squirrel seeks love and companionship. Will he find his perfect match?

This Is a Taco!
Series
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$1599

This Is a Taco!

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A squirrel named Taco rewrites his own story, defying nature's script.

Nuts to You!
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$1700

Nuts to You!

Ages 4–7 · 1993

A mischievous city squirrel sneaks into an apartment. How will they get him out?

Those Darn Squirrels!
Series
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$999

Those Darn Squirrels!

Ages 4–7 · 2008

A grumpy old man tries to keep birds in his backyard during the winter by building birdfeeders, but his plans are foiled by clever squirrels.

You're Still My Favorite
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You're Still My Favorite

Ages 4–8 · 2024

After a very messy day, two little sisters wonder if Mom still loves them.

Be the Acorn
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$1999

Be the Acorn

Ages 4–8 · 2026

The smallest of a family is told he's too little to help, and his feelings grow.

Little Tails in the Savannah
Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1499

Little Tails in the Savannah

Ages 4–8 · 2014

A puppy and a squirrel fly a cardboard-box plane to meet the wild animals of the African plains.

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Squirrels Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about squirrels for developing and independent readers.

Pug's Cupcake
#16 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$799

Pug's Cupcake

Ages 5–7 · 2026

A pug becomes a bakery's taste tester, but a sneaky squirrel wants the treats.

Pup vs. Squirrel
#2 in Series
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$799

Pup vs. Squirrel

Ages 5–9 · 2026

A dog uncovers a squirrel's secret stash, sparking a wild chase and unexpected adventure.

One Smart Cookie
#4 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$1299

One Smart Cookie

Ages 4–8 · 2023

Squirrels plot a daring heist at a fortune cookie factory. Will they succeed?

Happy Jack
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Happy Jack

Ages 7–10

Two squirrels' rivalry over nuts leads to unexpected consequences in the forest.

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