Ereth's Birthday

Ereth's witty and mischievous nature makes the story so lively. I'm curious whether this was based on a real animal or purely imaginative.

Ereth's views on parties and presents felt both humorous and surprisingly thoughtful for a children's book. How did others interpret his attitude towards tradition?

The book's messages about being true to oneself resonated with me, and I'm wondering if Avi drew from personal memories or observations.