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SLICKO, THE JUMPING SQUIRREL
ILLUSTRATIONS
CHAPTER I SLICKO LEARNS TO JUMP
CHAPTER II SLICKO MEETS SQUINTY
CHAPTER III SLICKO GOES ON A VISIT
CHAPTER IV SLICKO SEES A CIRCUS
CHAPTER V SLICKO AND TUM TUM
CHAPTER VI SLICKO GOES NUTTING
CHAPTER VII SLICKO IS CAUGHT
Slicko is a bright‑eyed little squirrel who lives high up in a snug hollow of an old forest tree. From the moment she first discovers how to spring from branch to branch, her world bursts with curiosity and playful daring. She shares her days with a bustling squirrel family and a cast of forest friends, from a cheeky pig to a mischievous monkey, each encounter sparking new ideas for fun and mischief.
When a hunter and his noisy dog appear on the forest floor, the peaceful routine is suddenly shaken. Slicko’s quick thinking and her newly mastered jumps become crucial as she warns her kin and helps her friends stay out of danger. The story captures the thrill of a young animal learning bravery, teamwork, and the joy of exploring the woods—setting the stage for many more lively escapades to come.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (123K characters)
Series
Kneetime animal stories
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2018-02-06
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
A house name used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate, this byline introduced young readers to cheerful animal adventures full of movement, mischief, and gentle lessons. The name is especially associated with the Kneetime Animal Stories published in the 1910s and early 1920s.
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