The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin

"The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin" is a children’s story by Beatrix Potter that follows a young squirrel named Nutkin and his adventures on Owl Island. Nutkin and his friends gather nuts but annoy the wise owl, Old Brown, with their mischievous antics. After a series of playful encounters, Nutkin’s curiosity leads him to provoke Old Brown, resulting in a lesson about respect for nature and its creatures. With charming illustrations and engaging storytelling, Potter conveys themes of cleverness, the importance of behavior, and the consequences of one's actions, making it a beloved classic in children’s literature.