Bird & Squirrel

In this warm and energetic Scholastic graphic novel series, a cautious, worry-prone bird and an impulsive, carefree squirrel navigate the ups and downs of friendship through a series of lighthearted adventures. Running since 2014, the six-issue series is best known for the expressive, cartoonish art and gentle humor of creator James Burks, who writes and illustrates the duo's misadventures. Its appeal lies in how it uses classic odd-couple dynamics to explore themes of bravery, trust, and teamwork for early readers.