A review by shayemiller
The Scarecrow by Beth Ferry

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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