Summer Camp Critter Jitters

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The beloved critters are nervous about going off to camp in this hilarious and reassuring companion book to New York Times bestselling author Jory John and critically acclaimed illustrator Liz Climo's First Day Critter Jitters. Some familiar faces and some new ones meet up at summer camp . . . and they all feel nervous! There's a duck afraid everyone will find out he can't swim, a bear afraid of noises in the woods, and a sloth who worries he'll have to catch his own lunch. But can they get over their nerves to have some fun and make new friends

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"John shares each critters concern with winning candor . . . [Climo's] art offers reassurance in its soft hues, visual crispness, and clear empathy . . .the creators handle the subject matter expertly, with psychological astuteness and humor."Publishers Weekly

"Climos cartoon illustrations use format conventions to marvelous effect . . .Sure to ease the worries of human campers before their own forays."Kirkus

"Helpful for any child who dreads new experiences, this picture book delivers a reassuring message in an inviting way."Booklist

Author Bio

Jory John is the author of multiple books for children and adults, including the New York Times best sellers The Terrible Two and The Bad Seed, as well as the popular Penguin Problems and E. B. White Read-Aloud Honor book Goodnight Already. He lives in Oregon with his wife.