A touching and timeless story about finding friendship in unlikely places from the award-winning creator of Extraordinary Jane
Rupert is a rhinoceros of refined sensibilities. Levi, the new tickbird in class, is not. He burps the alphabet, tells corny jokes, and does really embarrassing air guitar solos. Worse, he lands right on Rupert and is determined to be Rupert's symbiotic best pal! Rupert wants him gone. But when Levi finally does bug off, Rupert finds the peace and quiet a little boring. It turns out, Rupert could really use a friend like Levi.
This sweet and moving friendship story shares an important message of acceptance for every reader--whether they're a Rupert or a Levi.
Awards and Recognitions:
2019 Redbud Read-Aloud Master List
Winner 2019 Oklahoma Book Awards for Children’s Fiction
Winner 2019 Oklahoma Book Award for Illustration
Society of Illustrators Original Art Exhibit Selection
Creative Women of Oklahoma Award for Illustration
SLJ’s March 2018 Popular Picks
Junior Library Guild Selection
Scholastic
“The artwork alone makes this a truly enjoyable reading experience, but the storyline’s added depth of heart, and practical wisdom makes the purchase well worth the money.”
“This entertaining tale of friendship and symbiosis...highlights appreciating others’ unique characteristics and offers a multifaceted picture of what it means to stick together.”
“This friendship story sticks out.”
“Teeming with emotionally stirring messages about the benefit of symbiotic relationships, this book will not only serve as a great read-aloud but will also help reshape the future of character education.”