THE SCARECROW
An Indie Next List Pick
A SLJ Best Children's Book 2019
An Amazon Best Children's Book 2019
A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Chicago Public Library’s Best of the Best books of 2019
All the animals know not to mess with Old Scarecrow, but when a small, scared crow drops from midair, Scarecrow does the strangest thing . . .
What People are Saying
"While the lyrical text paints a lovely tale, the Fan Brothers' marvelous illustrations elevate it to something magical."
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- School Library Journal (starred review)
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"A welcome addition to autumnal storytelling."
- Kirkus Reviews
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"A beautifully crafted picture book."
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~ Booklist
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“A beautifully written and gloriously illustrated tale of love and devotion, The Scarecrow pulls you in and opens your heart. Beth Ferry’s gentle, rhythmic language and the enchanting, uplifting illustrations of the Fan brothers create a story in which caring and kindness are everything at a time when this world needs it most. A moving and touching reading experience for the whole family.”
- Kathy Neff, Square Books
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