Scaredy Squirrel in a Nutshell - (Scaredy's Nutty Adventures) by Melanie Watt

Book Synopsis

The time is now for this anxious little guy: Scaredy Squirrel is back with a brand-new graphic novel series! He's funnier (and scared-ier) than ever, and perfect for readers of Narwhal and Jelly.

Scaredy is happy to stay in his nut tree. Why would he ever leave? The outside is filled with dangers. Like aliens! And dust! And a certain fluffy bunny who likes to pop up! But things don't always go as planned, even for a super-prepared squirrel. When he has to venture out of his tree and onto the ground, Scaredy panics and plays dead . . . but maybe the fluffy bunny's not so scary after all?

In a nutshell, Scaredy might just make a new friend, if he is brave enough . . .

Review Quotes

One of CCBC's Best Books for Kids and Teens, Fall 2021

"No familiarity with the series is required to quickly get a grasp of this quirky, querulous, and ultimately rather adorable character. . . . In a nutshell: short and sweet." --Kirkus Reviews

"Its lighthearted tone makes it an excellent vessel for an impactful message about offering yourself grace and time to overcome your fears. There are plenty of jokes in this book, but, at its core, there is a profound message about anxiety and how to find joy in spite of your fears." --Young Adulting

"Librarians, teachers and parents take note: this is a series to collect. Highly Recommended." --CM: Canadian Review of Materials

About the Author

Author and illustrator Melanie Watt is the bestselling creative genius behind many beloved picture books for children, including the Scaredy Squirrel series, the Chester series, Bug in a Vacuum, You're Finally Here!, Have I Got a Book for You! and Augustine. Melanie's books have received numerous starred reviews from journals, including Publishers Weekly and Kirkus Reviews, and have won many state awards, including the Virginia Readers' Choice Award, North Carolina's Children's Book Award and Maryland's Black-Eyed Susan Award. She is a multiple winner of the Ontario Library Association's Blue Spruce Award and the Ruth & Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award. The Scaredy Squirrel animated television series airs on the Cartoon Network in the US and YTV in Canada.