Those Darn Squirrels Fly South

Old Man Fookwire lives alone in a house on the edge of the woods, where he spends his time painting birds and dealing with squirrels who raid his bird feeders. When fall arrives and his beloved birds prepare to migrate south, Fookwire faces another season of solitude. The squirrels notice Fookwire's sadness and undertake an ambitious plan involving their own migration. Their scheme requires ingenuity, teamwork, and some unconventional methods of transportation. What follows is an adventure that transforms the relationship between a grumpy old man and the creatures he once considered pests. The story demonstrates how unexpected friendships can develop through acts of kindness and understanding.

Readers appreciate the playful humor and detailed illustrations that build on the first book in the series. Parents note it works well as both a read-aloud and for independent reading. The squirrels' creative problem-solving and Old Man Fookwire's character development receive frequent mentions in reviews. Liked: - Illustrations show amusing details children discover on repeat readings - Balance of silliness and heart in the storyline - Teaches subtle lessons about friendship and understanding Disliked: - Some found it less engaging than the original book - A few readers felt the story moved too slowly - Several mentioned their children lost interest partway through Ratings: Goodreads: 4.21/5 (1,024 ratings) Amazon: 4.8/5 (244 ratings) Barnes & Noble: 4.7/5 (11 ratings) "The expressions on the squirrels' faces are priceless," noted one Amazon reviewer. Another Goodreads reader commented that "the ending brings the story full circle in a satisfying way."

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🌰 Author Adam Rubin worked in advertising before becoming a children's book author, creating campaigns for brands like Oreo and Kraft Macaroni & Cheese. 🐿️ The book is part of a series featuring Old Man Fookwire and his squirrel frenemies, with other titles including "Those Darn Squirrels!" and "Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door." 🦅 The story's premise of squirrels building flying machines was inspired by real-life observations of squirrels solving complex puzzles to reach bird feeders. 🎨 Illustrator Daniel Salmieri and Adam Rubin have collaborated on multiple bestselling children's books, including the popular "Dragons Love Tacos" series. 🍂 The book cleverly incorporates real facts about bird migration, teaching young readers about how different species travel south for the winter while entertaining them with a humorous story.