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3D hardcover mockup of Friendlies by Olive Green
Reading Age 6 to 10 years
Length 34 pages
Hardcover ISBN 978-1-0696793-7-6
Paperback ISBN 978-1-0696793-8-3
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FRIENDLIES

Friendships, acceptance and inclusion

When Inspector Sparky gets a report about a diner run by a cat, he is ready to shut it down. But at Friendlies cafe, he discovers something magical. Rags, a master chef cat, has created a place where everyone is welcome. All it takes is a cheese platter and some wise words to help Sparky see that anyone can be a friend.

The story is full of wordplay, rhymes, and spirited illustrations that will make children and their grown-ups smile. Friendlies serves up important lessons about community and the power of looking beyond our differences. It is so deliciously entertaining that you will want seconds.

Perfect for quiet reading and sparking conversations about diversity, this heartwarming tale proves that when we choose kindness over judgment, everyone gets a seat at the table.

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A heartwarming, laugh-out-loud rhyming adventure that helps children discover kindness and friendship.“

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Reviews

  • “This is the most imaginative children’s book I have read in a very long time. It creates a world where life can truly be full of love and friendship, and where everyone belongs. The world needs more of this kind of love.”
    Frederick Erbiceanu
    ★★★★★
  • “As an artist, I really like these illustrations. Every little detail, like the animals and the scenery, is drawn with so much care. You will want to look at it over and over again.”
    Kirill Vesnin
    ★★★★★
  • “One of a kind book. It shows the simple truth that we might look different on the outside, but we are all the same on the inside. It is a thoughtful lesson in being friendly and nice to each other.”
    Aliya
    ★★★★★
  • “A warm message about friendship and learning to admit when you are wrong so that a connection can grow. The story is meaningful, and the illustrations are absolutely beautiful.”
    Reader
    ★★★★★
  • “I read this book to my 8-year-old nephew, and honestly, I enjoyed it just as much as he did. The rhymes are so funny, and the illustrations are bright, warm, and full of charm.”
    Tatjana
    ★★★★★
  • “A thoughtful picture book that explores what it means to belong without having to change who you are. The story invites young readers into a world where differences are welcomed and friendship grows through understanding. It is an excellent choice for families and classrooms.”
    Monika
    ★★★★★

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