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A Junior Library Guild Selection | An Indie Next List Pick | An Amazon Best 3-5 Books of 2019 Selection

“An emotionally impactful exploration of love and loneliness, this is an essential addition to any picture book collection.” —School Library Journal (starred review)

Bestselling author Beth Ferry (Stick and Stone)…

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3 authors picked The Scarecrow as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This book by Beth Ferry is great because it's a heartfelt story about unlikely friendship, compassion, and the warmth that can be found in the most unexpected places. The story of a lonely scarecrow who opens his heart to care for a vulnerable crow is deeply touching, showing how even the most seemingly unfeeling characters can have profound kindness.

The poetic text, combined with the stunning illustrations, creates a beautiful, emotional experience that resonates with readers of all ages. It’s a book that reminds us of the importance of empathy, the connections we share, and the simple yet powerful acts…

From Rashin's list on the seasons and holding on to hope.

The Scarecrow is an emotional story about the unlikely friendship between a scarecrow and a baby crow. The story explores loneliness and the value of friendship. The writing in this story is gorgeous and the illustrations are simply beautiful. This, like all of my other picks, is evergreen and a treat for children and adults alike.

From Colleen's list on picture books on diversity and feelings.

This is a heartwarming story of compassion and companionship between customary adversaries. A lonely scarecrow gives his existence a new purpose when he tenderly scoops up an injured fledgling and tucks it against his heart of hay, sheltering the tiny crow until it’s healed. The most poignant part of the story for me is when Scarecrow is happy to see the bird take wing but sad to see his friend go. “Broken heart. Broken pole. Nothing fills the empty hole.”

Loving-kindness is rewarded when the grown crow returns, fluffs Scarecrow’s matted straw, builds a nest in it, and starts a…

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