Julie Kratz

For such a short story, there are a myriad of sensitive topics covered, but all in a kid friendly, easy to relate to way so kiddos can discover themselves and their friends, among the bunch, and come out better for the realizations on the other side.

I loved how each character learns something throughout the story, so it's all even; there's literally no room for bad feelings. They learn how our differences are something to learn more about and celebrate. They discover that an open mind and heart are so much more powerful than prejudice and hate...and an apology for ignorance can go a long way in mending bridges. They realize how treating others as they wish to be treated can make the world a friendlier place, and that friends are worth standing up for. Their relationships become that much stronger, that much deeper, and are rooted in trust, so that they know that if they ever need an ally, they have each others backs.


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