This Squirrel is NUTS!: A Funny Rhyming Read Aloud Picture Book for Kids Ages 3–8 - Softcover

Lovitt Jr., James Emery

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1959817205 ISBN 13: 9781959817208

Publisher: James Emery Lovitt Jr, 2025

Synopsis

A Fast-Paced, Rhythmic Backyard Adventure Packed with Laughter and Big Heart!

Warning: Reading this story out loud may cause uncontrollable giggles, snorts, and repetitive requests to read it again! This Squirrel is NUTS! introduces young audiences to the most frantic, hard-working squirrel in the town of Nutville: Skippy. The local townspeople all think Skippy is absolutely crazy because he rushes around performing wild backyard stunts and creating total, hilarious chaos on every single block. But Skippy isn't just making a mess—he is secretly working around the clock on a generous mission to gather enough acorns to feed other animals in need!

Perfect for children ages 4 to 8, this vibrant 8.5 x 11-inch picture book is written in a bouncing, energetic rhyme that keeps short attention spans completely hooked from the very first page. Visually immersive full-color spreads celebrate the high-speed determination of a small hero with a giant heart, making it an instant favorite for shared reading.

Building Phonics, Vocabulary, and Empathy Through Storytelling

Beyond the pure comedy and high-energy antics, this rhythmic tale acts as a valuable early literacy and character-building tool for homes, libraries, and classrooms. The snappy verse and predictable rhyming patterns help toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary students build essential phonemic awareness. Simultaneously, Skippy's tireless quest provides a wonderful framework for teaching children about look-alike judgments, empathy, and secret acts of kindness.

Why Educators, Libraries, and Gift-Givers Love This Story:

• Exceptional Read-Aloud Flow: The lyrical, fast-paced meter is optimized for high-energy storytelling performance, making group reading sessions dynamic and highly interactive.
• Vibrant Visual Storytelling: Bright, bold illustrations bring the quirky animal characters and busy Nutville settings to life with exceptional color clarity.
• Universal Appeal: An ideal addition to elementary school classrooms, preschool reading rugs, and seasonal gift baskets for children fascinated by nature, animals, and slapstick humor.
• Generous Margins: Designed with easy-to-read text sizing and formatting that allows early learners to comfortably point, track, and trace words alongside an adult.

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About this title

About the Author

James Emery Lovitt Jr. is the illustrator of This Squirrel is NUTS! and other imaginative children's books published through iLOVITTbooks.com.His stories inspire children to dream big, embrace curiosity, and discover how even the silliest adventures can teach important lessons.James' journey hasn't been easy. After a serious car accident, he was left blind in one eye and struggles to see out of the other. But, like Skippy the Squirrel-who dives headfirst into wild and nutty escapades-James discovered that challenges can spark creativity and joy. Each obstacle he faced became fuel to keep creating, one step at a time.Today, James writes stories that encourage kids to laugh, imagine, and keep going-because sometimes the nuttiest moments in life turn into the most unforgettable ones.

Edition details

• Publisher: James Emery Lovitt Jr
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1959817205
• ISBN 13: 9781959817208
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Lovitt Jr. James Emery
• Number of pages: 32