Unlikely Friends
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 6–10 · 2021 · Est. 16 min read

Unlikely Friends

Written & illustrated by Norm Feuti

Book #1 in the Beak & Ally series

A bird and an alligator become unlikely friends in the swamp.

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64 pages· 1,069 words· Est. 16 min read
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Ally, a solitary alligator, finds her world turned upside down when Beak, a lively bird, lands on her snout. Beak is determined to befriend Ally, envisioning adventures and mystery-solving escapades. But when a party crasher disrupts Beak's celebration, Ally steps up, revealing the power of standing up for what's right. Can this odd pair navigate the ups and downs of friendship? Dive into a tale where unexpected bonds lead to heartwarming discoveries.

From the publisher

Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Award winner! “What do you get when you cross a crusty alligator and a perky bird? A surprising friendship you’ll be sure to cheer for. Beak and Ally is a warm, funny winner!” –Terri Libenson, author of the New York Times bestselling Emmie & Friends seriesA brand-new early reader graphic novel series about finding friendship in unexpected places! This fun and funny buddy comedy is perfect for fans of Narwhal & Jelly, emerging readers, and all kids who love comics.Ally the alligator is perfectly happy being alone . . . until one day a noisy bird named Beak lands on her snout.Beak thinks Ally is lonely and needs a friend. He has all sorts of friendship goals in mind, like riding bikes together, going to the movies together, and even solving mysteries together! But when a Long-Billed Party Pooper crashes Beak’s nest-warming party, Ally decides to show Beak something important to her: sticking up for what’s right.

Awards

Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor (2022)
At a glance
Format
Pages
64
Words
1,069
Reading age
6–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about animalsBooks about birdsBooks about alligators and crocodilesBooks about best friends
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Book details

Publication
Published
January 4, 2022
First published
January 5, 2021
Publisher
Harperalley
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9780063021587

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