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  	Owen by Kevin Henkes and Sarah Jessica Parker When Mrs. Tweezers convinces Owen's parents that their son is becoming a little too attached to Fuzzy, his beloved yellow blanket, Owen vehemently disagrees. "Can't bring a blanket to school," says nosy Mrs. Tweezers. $12.95 CD | Grades PreK-1

  
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Owen & Mzee: Best Friends

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Author: Isabella Hatkoff and Craig Hatkoff

Photographs by: Peter Greste

Interest Level:
Pre-K-K

Grade Level Equivalent:
2.0

Age:
2-5

Genre:
Informational

Subject:
Animals, Friends and Friendship, African Animals

In board book format, here is the endearing and true story of two unusual friends. A baby hippo, orphaned after the tsunami and a 130-year-old giant tortoise become inseparable, life-saving companions, swimming, eating, and playing together.

A joyous reminder that in times of trouble, friendship is the ultimate gift of love.