The Story of the Squirrel

ISBN-13: 9780692819777 / Angielski / Twarda / 2017 / 46 str.

Jenilee Armstrong; Blueberry Illustrations

Opis

The Story of the Squirrel by Jenilee Armstrong is a children's book that has adult undertones. It is geared towards a child, with the parent reader in mind. The story sends a message to the reader and listener. The Story of the Squirrel begins with a young squirrel wandering away from home in hopes of finding adventure and landing in the middle of a dark forest. Curious and daring, the squirrel finds danger in the woods. Running through the dark unknown, in the midst of a threat of being eaten, the squirrel finds something it has never seen before; a beautiful and young rose. It is through the interactions of the squirrel and the rose that the rose is able to find its voice, strength, and happiness that was hidden inside. An adult or skilled reader can interpret this book and its message many different ways. Though it was written for open interpretation, it was also written with a distinct message in mind, and that will be left for the reader to figure out. While a child might not understand the real meaning behind The Story of a Squirrel, they will enjoy the tale and the rhythm in the words while being read to.