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“Un-Shored” by Eugenia Kang

Un-Shored is a children’s picture book written and illustrated by Eugenia Kang. Waterdrop is preparing for its first trip ashore. After getting some encouragement from the other water drops, Waterdrop has arrived and is very excited. The shore seems like an amazing place with things like ice cream and sand. When Waterdrop is happy to see another like him, he’s quickly saddened when he’s told that freshwater and saltwater water drops don’t mix. Waterdrop feels like he doesn’t belong and realizes how lonely this life can truly be. But without much time to dwell, Waterdrop gets swept up by a wave during an unexpected storm.

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Book Review Books Children EARLY READERS (Ages 5-7) PETS & ANIMALS (Adults & Children's Books) PICTURE BOOKS (Ages 0-5)

“Pippin and the Lost Pup” by Julia Seaborn

Pippin and the Lost Pup: A Tale about Courage, Kindness, and Belonging is a delightful story about a friendly black poodle named Pippin and his friend, Blossom the possum’s, journey to save a frightened little puppy who is trapped inside Mr. Bilby’s burrow. With the help of their animal friends, they work together to rescue the nameless puppy and perhaps find him a forever home. They become true heroes, not just for pulling him free, but for showing him kindness, compassion, and acceptance.

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Book Review Books Children EARLY READERS (Ages 5-7) PETS & ANIMALS (Adults & Children's Books) PICTURE BOOKS (Ages 0-5)

“The Littlest Pelican” by Susan Marie Chapman

The Littlest Pelican – Part 1: A Grumpy the Iguana and Green Parrot Adventure is a children’s picture book by Susan Marie Chapman. It follows the story of the Littlest Pelican as he’s trying out for the Pelican Squad. Grumpy the Iguana, Green Parrot, and the Littlest Pelican’s grandfather support him. Before retiring, his grandfather was captain of the Pelican Squad. He also raised the Littlest Pelican. So, he feels as if he has a legacy to uphold. When it’s the Littlest Pelican’s turn to try out, he doesn’t do so well. He gets teased by the other pelicans. Grumpy the Iguana and Green Parrot do their best to remain positive. The friends then create a huddle and say affirmations to uplift The Littlest Pelican’s spirit. The story ends on a cliffhanger as we await to see how the next competition will go. Stay tuned for part two!

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