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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
Best known as the name behind a lively run of early 20th-century animal stories, this “author” was actually a house pseudonym tied to one of America’s most famous children’s book producers. The books were created for young readers and helped build the warm, playful world of series fiction.
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