Capybara Is Friends with Everyone

Written and illustrated by Maddie Frost

Capybara learns true friendship isn't about trying too hard.

4.5/7 Bookroo expert·4.0/5 Goodreads · 484 ratings

32 pages· 507 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~260L

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Bookroo's summary

Capybara, with 4,382 friends, is on a mission to be the best friend ever. But when his efforts to impress a new friend fall flat, he discovers a surprising truth: real friends appreciate him just as he is. This heartwarming tale explores the balance of friendship and the importance of being genuine. Will Capybara learn that sometimes less is more in friendship? Join him on this delightful journey of self-discovery and laughter, perfect for teaching kids about boundaries and the essence of true companionship.

From the publisher

“A delightfully silly story with a sweet heart.” –Booklist “Capybara is simply a hoot.” –BCCBLearn what lengths you do and DON’T need to go to in order to be a good friend! This hilarious picture book from Maddie Frost is perfect for social emotional learning!Hi, hello. My name is Capybara and I think it’s important to be a great friend. Take it from me, I have 4,382 friends!Capybara will do anything for his friends. But it’s exhausting–and when Capybara meets a potential new friend who doesn’t seem to be responding to his advances, Capybara learns a valuable lesson. His friends like him just for who he is!From the creator of Smug Seagull and Just be Jelly and illustrator of Shine Like a Unicorn comes a funny, heartwarming story about friendship.This book is an excellent teaching tool for lessons on friendship and creating boundaries within those relationships. It is a funny story for families to share, and a great read-aloud at home or in the classroom!

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