The author of COWBOY KID and the illustrator of OWL BABIES offer a gentle read-aloud about trying out one’s independence.

Squeak has a good idea—he’s going outside. But to be on the safe side, he’ll need just a few things—like mittens, a jacket, a scarf, a hat, a raincoat, warm pants, extra socks, and an umbrella. Will Squeak ever be ready to go out? This encouraging story about venturing out on one’s own is gently told by author Max Eilenberg, with delightful illustrations by Patrick Benson.