Often when making a new friend we are drawn towards like-minded people as ourselves! While it’s lovely to have friends similar to us, sometimes unlikely friendships sneak up on us unexpectedly. And sometimes the differences between us and a friend is what makes a friendship so special!
Whether it be different interests, routines, hobbies, a good friend can be found despite our contrasts! Below are some sweet, silly stories of friendship to remind your young reader never to discount who they may find a friend in.
Skunk and Badger have a rhythm living together as roommates, everything is going smoothly until they take in two orphaned rat pups, and everyone’s routine is completely thrown off!! This delightfully off-kilter adventure explores the complexity of friendship and the meaning of family.
Croc is not like other crocodiles, she a ballerina, a knitter, a croc ‘n’ roll STAR! But the other animals can’t look past her sharp teeth and scary eyes to see the real her. When disaster strikes Croc has the opportunity to showcase her special talents, and show the savanna that when you look under the surface what you find might surprise you!
Cats and dogs, the original rivalry! In this story Shmoof the dog meets Floof the cat, and today is a special day because it is when they meet! Unfortunately Floof, is not ready to be best friends… the two have nothing in common. That is until the fear of a scary household item brings them together, and they find something to agree on!
Knight owl stays up through the night protecting the castle, and Early Bird just wants to help! Though her intentions are good she falls asleep on guard at night, and keeps her hero up during the day with her well-meaning cheer and questions. When strange behavior is seen in the forest, these two must find a way to work together to keep themselves and the kingdom safe!
Poppy LOVES shiny new racing gear. Cornbread does not. Poppy ADORES top secret master plans. Cornbread does not. Poppy IS super competitive. Cornbread…is not. But Cornbread and Poppy are the best of friends, so when Poppy is determined to win the Small Rodents Competitive Cycling Championship Classic Cornbread agrees to train by her side.
