The Squirrel and the Acorns

In this heartening Clarke Fable, your child will learn that courage reaps rewards. One little baby squirrel remains in the nest. As the story unfolds, the young squirrel must learn to overcome his fear of leaving the safety of his snug home. Will he have the courage? What might be his reward? Find out as you read this sweet tale. Be sure to look for the blue jay that appears on each page.

Constance Clarke was born in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine, and was raised and lives in Schenectady, New York. Influenced by her grandfather, she enjoys writing poetry. As a retired teacher and grandmother of five, she has long held the belief that children learn so much through what they read, which is why she has combined her poetry with original fables. She volunteers with a school reading program, a regional rehabilitation hospital, and the theatre. She and her family enjoy their summers in the Adirondack Mountains.