Bird & Squirrel on the Edge! (Bird & Squirrel #3)

by James Burks (Author)

Bird & Squirrel on the Edge! (Bird & Squirrel #3)
Reading Level: 2nd − 3rd Grade
Series: Bird & Squirrel

Bird and Squirrel are almost home. All that's left for them to do is cross the Great Mountains. But before they can, the duo stops to chase off wolves hunting a baby bear and in the process Bird gets a knock on the noggin that gives him amnesia. Now Squirrel has to set aside his fears and keep both Bird and the bear cub safe as they journey on foot over the mountains.

But with a pack of hungry wolves on their tail, can Squirrel step up and be the leader they need to keep them all alive?

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Kirkus Reviews

A brightly medley of friendship, problem-solving, and identity ideal for emerging readers looking for the next step up from leveled readers.

School Library Journal

Gr 1-4--The further adventures of unlikely friends Bird and Squirrel as they continue to get caught up in mishaps. Fans of the first two titles in this graphic novel series will not be disappointed with the shenanigans that the two companions find themselves involved in as they cross the Great Mountains. The rescue of a baby bear, a pursuit by wolves, and a case of amnesia are just some of what happens this time around. Burks continues to prove a wonderful storyteller with his vivid artwork, which will engage the most reluctant of readers. VERDICT Best suited for elementary grade students and struggling readers, this title is a must-own for graphic novel collections.--John Trischitti, Midland County Public Libraries, TX

Copyright 2015 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Review quotes

Praise for Bird & Squirrel On the Run

"The brightly colored panels and cartoon artwork attract the eye and complement the engaging, fast-paced story."—School Library Journal

"The easy-to-follow panels offer a great introduction for readers interested in trying their first graphic novel, and the warm, engaging art has the same vibrant energy of a beloved Saturday morning cartoon."—Booklist

"The character design is astounding."—Kirkus Reviews

"Burks' comic-strip-like panels utilize zesty colors, bold compositions, and varying perspectives to create plenty of visual interest."—The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

Praise for Bird & Squirrel On Ice

"The brightly colored, glossy images are absorbing to the eye and the characters' plotlines are intertwined, building suspense as well as ample opportunities to play characters off of one another. Consider this a first purchase for graphic novel collections."—School Library Journal
James Burks
James Burks spent 15 years working in the animation industry on various movies and television shows, including The Emperor's New Groove, Atlantis, Treasure Planet, Space Jam, The Iron Giant, Wow Wow Wubbzy, and most recently on Fan Boy & Chum Chum. James is the author of the Bird & Squirrel graphic novel series for Scholastic, as well as the illustrator for the Branches series Haggis and Tank Unleashed. James lives in Valencia, California.
Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9780545804264
Lexile Measure
500
Guided Reading Level
O
Publisher
Graphix
Publication date
October 20, 2015
Series
Bird & Squirrel
BISAC categories
JUV001000 - Juvenile Fiction | Action & Adventure
JUV002000 - Juvenile Fiction | Animals | General
Library of Congress categories
Birds
Friendship
Friendship in children
Graphic novels
Squirrels
Wolves
Amnesia
Cartoons and comics
Comics (Graphic works)
Bear cubs

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