Squirrel is very busy, too busy to play with his friends. He is collecting acorns in his trolley to store up for winter!When an unfortunate accident happens, Squirrel is left with a big job on his hands. He soon finds out friends are not just for playing with though...QED has chosen four friendly stories to continue the successful Storytime series. These charming books combine colourful illustrations with heartwarming narrative, each with its own unique message.Author and Illustrator Information: Lucy Barnard is a published author, creator, and a freelance illustrator specialising in children’s books. Some of Lucy’s work includes My Family Tree Mini Book, and Christmas is Coming! Lucy Barnard has been working as an illustrator for 10 years, first designing greetings cards, and then moving into children’s book illustration. This is the first book Lucy has written.

The leaves have started to fall. The air is cold. Squirrel needs to get ready for winter. He cannot nibble with the mice. He does not have time to hop with the frogs or run with the dogs. Will this busy little squirrel ever slow down? Focusing on all the charming features of the fall season, this sweetly illustrated story features country animals, pumpkins, leaves, apples and other signs of autumn. Now available as a sturdy board book, the newly redesigned Classic Board Book logo calls out this title's seasonal theme on the front cover.

An irresistible photographic story featuring wild squirrels in homemade miniature domestic settings -- taking a bath, doing laundry, and barbecuing -- will surprise and amuse readers and animal lovers of all ages! Adorable squirrels as you've never seen them! You may think you know what squirrels do all day...but Mr. Peanuts is no ordinary squirrel. Instead of climbing tress, he plays the piano. ("Moonlight Sonutta" is his favorite.) Instead of scurrying through the woods, he reads books (such as A Tail of Two Cities). But everything is more fun with company, so Mr. Peanuts writes a letter to Cousin Squirrel and invites him for a visit! Featuring candid photographs of wild squirrels in handcrafted, homemade miniature settings, this irresistible book is sure to delight readers young and old!

Squirrel is determined to have a very fun day with each of his animal friends.

With its distinctive collage art style, this book follows squirrels and their daily activities: climbing, storing seeds, making homes in tree holes--maybe even flying! Discover squirrels of different kinds and colors as they scamper, eat, and--finally--sleep.Gorgeous illustrations and a lyrical text are combined in another winning title from this star-studded author-illustrator pair.

Squirrel is busy collecting acorns and doesn't have time to play with his friends. But when things go wrong, Squirrel needs some help. Will his friends come to the rescue? This beautifully illustrated book teaches children the true meaning of friendship. Sometimes, when life gets hard and busy, and we push people away, we realise that true friends will always be there for you no matter what. Each Storytime title contains beautiful artwork that children will love, and a moral tale to be remembered. They are the perfect stories to read with a loved one and even alone. This hugely successful series now comprises of over 40 titles. Each new title comes with supporting notes for parents and teachers to encourage further discussion. This Storytime title is perfect for children who are keen to recognise what makes a true friend! Other titles in the Storytime series include: Little Bear & the Butterflies 978-1-60992-467-6, The Otter Who Loved to Hold Hands 978-1-60992-466-9, Shark's Big Surprise 978-1-60992-434-8, The Nearsighted Giraffe 978-1-60992-433-1, I'm the Happiest 978-1-60992-510-9, The Not-so-perfect Penguin 978-1-60992-543-7, Squirrel's Busy Day 978-1-60992-509-3, and In a Minute, Mom 978-1-60992-508-6