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shayemiller's review against another edition
5.0
I've read more than enough frightening books about scarecrows, but this is nothing of the sort. This adorable scarecrow is lonely, but at least he serves his purpose by scaring away animals and protecting the crops. But one day the unexpected happens and it turns out there's more than meets the eye to the old scarecrow. Gentle rhyming text matches the gorgeous, soft illustrations in a tale that beautifully expresses loneliness, friendship, compassion, and love. Additionally, it's a story that can be shared throughout the year as it discusses the seasons throughout the year. The artwork was created using pencil, ballpoint, and Photoshop.
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ashylibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
5/5 (physical book)
I absolutely adore this book! Beth Ferry was another author who came to the school for which I work, and she shared her (then) new release with all of us.
This story is inspiring as we watch a lonely scarecrow learn the meaning of friendship with the most unlikely of pals. the friendship between the scarecrow and crow grows, blossoms, and develops into something so captivating and special. Ferry has such a way with words, and as the book rhymes through each page, I am always swept away in the friendship that develops into family.
I absolutely adore this book! Beth Ferry was another author who came to the school for which I work, and she shared her (then) new release with all of us.
This story is inspiring as we watch a lonely scarecrow learn the meaning of friendship with the most unlikely of pals. the friendship between the scarecrow and crow grows, blossoms, and develops into something so captivating and special. Ferry has such a way with words, and as the book rhymes through each page, I am always swept away in the friendship that develops into family.
mldavisreads's review
4.0
Picture Book. This story is a "quiet" story, with a sweet plot and muted illustrations. A scarecrow stands alone in a field because none of the wildlife will venture near. But when a baby crow falls from the nest, it makes a new nest in the scrarecrow's pocket. Both are glad to have a friend. As the seasons and the years pass, the crow builds a family with the scarecrow as the home base. Seems odd that there are never any actual people in the garden. Also a bit odd that the scarecrow is seen in multiple positions and emotional states given that it is inanimate. But overall a perfect bedtime story with lovely pictures. Also great for welcoming fall.
amandareid's review
5.0
This sweet story of a lonely scarecrow is visual and literary perfection. ❤️
tashrow's review
5.0
Throughout the seasons, Scarecrow guards the fields, keeping the deer, crows and other animals away. He has no friends and none of the animals have any contact with him. He is alone. Then one spring, a baby crow falls from its nest. Scarecrow does something he has never done before. He beds down and saves that little crow, tucking it safely into his overalls. The two become immediate friends and steadily the crow grows larger and is able to fly. They spend their days and nights together, until one day the crow flies away. Scarecrow is left along again, on a broken pole in the winter snow. Still, seasons change and as spring returns there is hope.
Ferry has written a captivating story about a very lonely scarecrow who makes one compassionate choice that changes his entire existence. Ferry takes time to make sure that readers understand the profound loneliness of the scarecrows time on his pole and then the delight of him moving is a wonderful surprise. The story has a great structure and arc that children will love, watching the relationship build and the seasons change.
As always, the Fan Brothers are superb. In this book, the illustrations are done in pencil, ballpoint and digitally. The landscapes are lush are seasonal, the golden sun of autumn, the muted colors of winter. The painted face of the scarecrow manages to show real emotion somehow without really moving until he is truly distressed.
A great fall read that will work for springtime too. Appropriate for ages 3-5.
Ferry has written a captivating story about a very lonely scarecrow who makes one compassionate choice that changes his entire existence. Ferry takes time to make sure that readers understand the profound loneliness of the scarecrows time on his pole and then the delight of him moving is a wonderful surprise. The story has a great structure and arc that children will love, watching the relationship build and the seasons change.
As always, the Fan Brothers are superb. In this book, the illustrations are done in pencil, ballpoint and digitally. The landscapes are lush are seasonal, the golden sun of autumn, the muted colors of winter. The painted face of the scarecrow manages to show real emotion somehow without really moving until he is truly distressed.
A great fall read that will work for springtime too. Appropriate for ages 3-5.
debnanceatreaderbuzz's review
5.0
A lonely scarecrow dares to care for his natural enemy, a baby crow, forging a friendship that lasts for many years, despite inborn animosities. It's a beautiful story of the power of love, with gentle rhythm and lovely illustrations.
aswords's review
5.0
Super cute, super sweet; the art is gorgeous and it's got a great story with a fabulous cadence and a great rhyme scheme!
tizbruno's review
5.0
A lovely picture book about Scarecrow and the changing seasons. Scarecrow finally makes a friend when he helps out a baby crow and takes him under his wing. I love the rhymes and the detailed, colourful illustrations are just beautiful.
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