Squirrel and Bird is a lesson in not judging a book by its cover. People contain multitudes. That boisterous person is probably the most shy (squirrel). And that quiet person is surely a great performer (bird). I think this is an important lesson for all to learn, get to know people and not form prejudiced beliefs about others. I love the consistency in the colors. The illustrations could be made into wallpaper and I would plaster my office with the wonderful scenery crafted.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

My 7 year old and I read this together. Mom liked that there was a life lesson about not assuming things about other people, and that you can be many different things at different times. Kiddo liked the beautiful pictures. Bird was his favorite character. He likes that he stood up for himself and his friend.

Laura Baker's "Squirrel and Bird" revolves around friendship and embracing differences. Through the unlikely bond between a squirrel and a bird, the story highlights how diverse perspectives can enrich our lives and foster understanding. It teaches young readers about acceptance and working together despite contrasting lifestyles. The squirrel is depicted as energetic and always busy, while the bird is quiet and reserved. These contrasting behaviors initially caused misunderstandings. The reader learns as the story progresses that bird disagrees with the initial description of itself. The bird reveals its true nature to everyone. The bird, contrary to its initial reserved appearance, is actually adventurous and curious. It loves singing. This energetic side of the bird adds an added dynamic to its friendship with the squirrel. This shows that even the quietest individuals can have a vibrant spirit beneath the surface.

Thank you NetGalley, Laura Baker and Stacey Thomas for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I requested this book to read and review with my toddlers, who are working on a 1,000 unique book before kindergarten challenge. This was a GREAT and perfect book for my twins, who are different in almost every way. Before reading, we talked about squirrels and birds and their habits, habitats, what sound they make, and what they like to do. My kids jumped around like squirrels and fluttered their wings like birds, it was so cute!

We read the story and each twin could identify themself, one as the quiet and shy bird and one as the loud carefree squirrel. We talked about those differences and how everyone is different, and how it's good to be unique!

My kids resonated with this and I loved the illustrations and yellow, warm color. Will definitely add this to a future read list.


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Valkyrie

Lovely illustrations. What a sweet message about friendship and different parts of our personalities. Great for introverts and extroverts. I highly recommend this book for classrooms and school libraries.