Fair and Square: An Acorn Book (Unicorn and Yeti #5) - by Heather Ayris Burnell (Hardcover)

About the Book

Yeti and Unicorn can't always agree, whether it's about which shape is most pleasing, whose style of painting is best, or, more serious, how to divide up a pie--but the two friends always find a way past their differences, because their friendship is important to both.

Book Synopsis

Magical friends Unicorn and Yeti learn what it means to play fair -- in fun and unexpected ways!

Pick a Book. Grow a Reader!

This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow!

Yeti thinks triangles are the best shape.

But which shape is Unicorn's favorite?

Unicorn paints a beautiful picture.

Yeti worries his painting isn't as nice.

Yeti baked a pie to share with his friend.

What is the most-fair way to split the pie?

Best friends Unicorn and Yeti have lots of fun in these laugh-out-loud stories. With full-color artwork and easy-to-read text throughout, this adorable book is perfect for new readers!

Review Quotes

Praise for A Good Team (Unicorn and Yeti #2):

"Quintanilla's colorful, expressive art and Burnell's infectiously whimsical tone make their own good team... more sparkly, delightfully silly fun for Unicorn and Yeti fans." -- Kirkus Reviews

Praise for Sparkly New Friends (Unicorn and Yeti #1):

"It's impossible not to smile while reading about the fantastical pair gallivanting through this petite early reader, perfectly sized for small hands. This charming book is divided into three short stories about the friendship between a sparkly pink unicorn and a fluffy white yeti... the engaging characters and simple stories are made all the more amiable by Quintanilla's whimsical, candy-colored illustrations. Humor and positivity abound in this winning series starter that is a natural fit for Elephant & Piggie fans." -- Booklist

"Sparkly, innocent, feel-good fun for readers needing just a bit of extra support before moving on to early chapter books." -- Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Heather Ayris Burnell lives in Washington State where she loves spending time in the sparkly snow. Heather is a librarian and the author of Kick! Jump! Chop! The Adventures of the Ninjabread Man. Unicorn and Yeti is her first early reader series.
Hazel Quintanilla lives in Guatemala where she illustrates children's books, magazines, and games. She also has a secret: Unicorn and Yeti remind Hazel of her sister and brother. Her siblings are silly, funny, and quirky -- just like the characters!