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32 pp.
| Disney/Hyperion |
May, 2016 |
TradeISBN 978-1-4847-1491-1$16.99
(4)
K-3
Illustrated by
Sue Cornelison.
Best friends Penelope (an extroverted hippo) and Tiny (a shy mouse) try to prepare a "best-friend act" for the school talent show but run into a dilemma: Tiny doesn't want to be in the spotlight, while Penelope wants nothing else. Despite some didacticism, the story's repetitive structure, clearly defined personalities, and over-the-top thought bubbles will engage readers learning how to compromise with and support friends.