Squirrel Picture Book
Meet the little squirrel that puffs out its cheeks to gather acorns. Follow the busy squirrel's day as it darts up and down the trees getting ready for winter, and take a close look at this tiny friend of the forest.
What Squirrel teaches
- Learn the wisdom of preparing ahead, just like the squirrel busily gathering acorns for winter.
- Feel the wonderful cycle of nature, as a forgotten acorn grows into a new sprout.
- Sharpen the eye for observing what makes a squirrel special, like its stripes, puffy cheeks, and big tail.
Words to learn with Squirrel
- acorn
- tree
- tail
- sprout
- snow
- leaf
- squirrel
- forest
- claw
- tooth
Frequently asked questions
What age is the Squirrel book recommended for?
It's a good fit for children ages 3 to 7. Even the youngest ones love the adorable sight of a squirrel gathering acorns.
What kind of animal is a squirrel?
It's a small rodent that lives in forests all over the world. It balances with its bushy tail and is a great tree climber, and in autumn it gathers acorns to prepare for winter.
What words can my child learn?
They'll meet animal and nature words like "squirrel, acorn, tree, tail, paws, forest, autumn."
Why do squirrels bury acorns?
They store them in the ground to eat in winter. But since they can't find them all, the buried acorns grow into new trees. In a way, squirrels are the ones who grow the forest!
Are there any scary scenes?
No. It's a warm nature-observation book.
What activities go well with the book?
Great activities include collecting acorns and pinecones, playing an acorn-gathering game with paper ones (hide them, then find them), and picking up autumn leaves.
Can we read it in English too?
Yes, an English version, Squirrel, is included.
Are there other books with a similar feel?
Small-animal titles like "Hedgehog," "Mole," and "Hamster" are loved right alongside this one.
Read-aloud tips for Squirrel (ages 4–7)
- Read with lively sound effects — "crunch-crunch" when it nibbles an acorn, and "scurry, zip!" when it climbs a tree. Puffing out your own cheeks makes for a fun bit of acting, too.
- Ask, "What happens to the acorn the squirrel forgot?" and discover together the surprise of it growing into a sprout.
- Gather acorns at a park or in the woods in autumn. Bury them in the ground like a squirrel, then see on your next walk whether you remember where they are — it brings the book's scenes to life.
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