Shortcut

Firefly & Fern Summary

In this classic picture book by Donald Crews, a group of children discover a shortcut home along railroad tracks—but what seems like a clever route becomes a thrilling adventure full of suspense and danger. With Crews' signature bold illustrations and minimal text, young readers will experience the tension and excitement of a risky decision, and learn valuable lessons about safety and consequences. This timeless story captures the excitement and fear of childhood adventures in a way that sparks important conversations between parents and children.