Dona Herweck Rice 
Buddies Like Us [PDF ebook] 

Jasper the fox is sad because his friend Charlie moved away to another forest. Despite their differences, maybe his new friend Emmett the red robin can comfort him! This fiction book opens up early readers’ imaginations and gives adults the tools to balance structured learning time and free play. Follow along as these animals discover what it means to lose and make friends in this easy-to-read fiction story, which excites early learners with vibrant, full-color illustrations. Perfect for at-home learning or any preschool classroom, this book creates a rich shared reading experience for children who are early and developing readers. Early learners need to see themselves reflected in the fictional characters they encounter. Foster social development while stimulating your child’s curiosity and creativity with this fiction book!