Scaredy Squirrel by Melanie Watt
Appropriate Age Range: 4-8 years old
What this book is all about:
Scaredy Squirrel believes that the world is a dangerous place so he chooses to say in his tree where he is safe and can be prepared. But one day he is confronted with his worst nightmare and learns how much bravery he already has inside.
Why you might want to read it:
This book helps dispel irrational fears through humor and allows children to open up and try new strategies to conquer their worries.
3 questions for you to ask your children after reading it:
Scaredy Squirrel lists many things that he is afraid of, I’m curious if you share any of the same fears or might have some different ones?
Which items would you put into your emergency kit and why?
Scaredy Squirrel learned how brave he really is through the story, share some ways that you are brave with your fears.