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Q&A with Melanie Watt:
How did you get involved with children’s books?
Through Michèle Lemieux, my illustration teacher in university. One of our assignments was to create a book about color. I decided to write a story about a chameleon to help explain complementary colors to children. I later sent my book project, Leon the Chameleon, to Kids Can Press.
What was your training or schooling?
I have a college degree in graphic design and a bachelors of arts in graphic design from the Université du Québec à Montréal.
Do you have any tips for young creators?
If you find something that you enjoy and are passionate about, don’t hesitate to follow that path. It’s amazing what you can accomplish by focusing on things you love doing! I was in administration for two years before I realized that it wasn’t for me and that I wasn't motivated. When you’re in an environment where you don’t fit in, you start to think that you are the one with the problem. It can be very discouraging! When you’re in an environment where you feel comfortable and where you can contribute something, that’s when you feel good about yourself!
Scaredy Squirrel is planning his own birthday but despite the detailed plans,things go swry when the guests arrive. Will he play dead and canel? Or will Scaredy face the music.
3 +. Bestselling Scaredy Squirrel is back for a delightful new night time adventure which will convince all readers of the benefits of sleep. Scaredy Squirrel never sleeps at night because of all the things like ghosts and dragons and fairies that might frighten him. Instead he keeps busy all night long. But tiredness creates its own terrors…Enjoy Scaredy Squirrel’s multiple plans to conquer the night time! As ever from this wonderful author and illustrator you're sure to have a very nutty adventure.
Bestselling Scaredy Squirrel is back for a delightful new night time adventure which will convince all readers of the benefits of sleep. Scaredy Squirrel never sleeps at night because of all the things like ghosts and dragons and fairies that might frighten him. Instead he keeps busy all night long. But tiredness creates its own terrors…Enjoy Scaredy Squirrel’s multiple plans to conquer the night time! As ever from this wonderful author and illustrator you're sure to have a very nutty adventure.
Scaredy Squirrel is back for a new adventure. This time, he tries to avoid a beach holiday. He knows the beach will be full of all sorts of undesirable things from packs of pirates to mobs of lobsters. But, when he finds himself there by mistake, he finds its loads off fun – especially the crowds of people. Also check out the other Scaredy Squirrel titles by clicking here. The next Scaredy Squirrel adventure will be out this Autumn.
Scaredy Squirrel is back for a new adventure. This time, he tries to avoid a beach holiday. He knows the beach will be full of all sorts of undesirable things from packs of pirates to mobs of lobsters. But, when he finds himself there by mistake, he finds its loads off fun – especially the crowds of people. Be sure to also check out the other titles Scaredy Squirrel and Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend.
Little Scaredy Squirrel is back for a second set of adventures. As usual, he’s very frightened when he sees something new. This time, it’s a bedraggled little dog. After an exciting chase, Scaredy Squirrel realises that the dog is not so scary; he just wants to be friends. A warm heated book about overcoming shyness. Be sure to check out the brand new Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach.
Dare to be scared with Scaredy Squirrel! Scaredy Squirrel can never leave his home because there are so many frightening things outside it: he’s frightened of germs, green Martians and the unknown. To keep himself safe, Scaredy Squirrel has an Emergency Kit but, when the unexpected happens, will it be enough? A fun look at how to overcome fears.
A completely barmy picture book but it’s guaranteed to get a lot of laughs from both parent and child as they read it together. It’s just as well squirrels don’t ever meet sharks or martians or tarantulas in real life otherwise we humans would never get to see them.
Halloween is creeping up quickly and it's time to gather the courage to face the ghoulish festivities! And according to Scaredy Squirrel, the best way to do that is by being prepared. So he's compiled this essential guide to help readers survive Halloween. From costume suggestions rated with Scaredy's own specially designed SCARE-O-METER, to instructions for visiting a haunted mansion, his advice covers every Halloween danger imaginable. Of course, if all else fails, Scaredy has a sure-fire backup plan: play dead. On the scariest day of the year, Scaredy Squirrel's leaving nothing to chance!
Scaredy Squirrel is planning his own birthday but despite the detailed plans,things go swry when the guests arrive. Will he play dead and canel? Or will Scaredy face the music.
Scaredy Squirrel is back for a new adventure. This time, he tries to avoid a beach holiday. He knows the beach will be full of all sorts of undesirable things from packs of pirates to mobs of lobsters. But, when he finds himself there by mistake, he finds its loads off fun – especially the crowds of people. Be sure to also check out the other titles Scaredy Squirrel and Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend.
Little Scaredy Squirrel is back for a second set of adventures. As usual, he’s very frightened when he sees something new. This time, it’s a bedraggled little dog. After an exciting chase, Scaredy Squirrel realises that the dog is not so scary; he just wants to be friends. A warm heated book about overcoming shyness. Be sure to check out the brand new Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach.
Dare to be scared with Scaredy Squirrel! Scaredy Squirrel can never leave his home because there are so many frightening things outside it: he’s frightened of germs, green Martians and the unknown. To keep himself safe, Scaredy Squirrel has an Emergency Kit but, when the unexpected happens, will it be enough? A fun look at how to overcome fears.
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