Squirrels Leap, Squirrels Sleep

Spend a day amongst the squirrels in this award-winning nonfiction picture book from celebrated author April Pulley Sayre and Caldecott Honor illustrator Steve Jenkins—now featuring updated end matter with even more illuminating info about these amazing creatures.
Squirrels wrestle.
Squirrels leap.
Squirrels climb.
Squirrels sleep!
If you followed a squirrel for a day, what would you see? Climbing branches, storing seeds, making homes in tree holes, and maybe even flying! Discover different kinds of squirrels as they scamper, eat, and—finally—sleep.
Acclaimed nature writer April Pulley Sayre’s lyrical text, paired with newly remastered collage illustrations by Steve Jenkins, offer a glimpse into this fascinating world.

April Pulley Sayre (1966–2021) was the award-winning author of more than fifty-five natural science books for children and adults, including her award-winning photo-illustrated books Being Frog, Raindrops Roll, and Best in Snow. Sayre’s books received an abundance of starred reviews, have been dubbed ALA Notable Books (Raindrops Roll; Rah, Rah, Radishes) and won a Geisel Honor (Vulture View). Learn more at AprilSayre.com.