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Description
In "Bird's Best Friend" by Jordan Apple, junior explorer Russell encounters Kevin, a large flightless jungle bird. The two become unlikely best friends in this Step 2 Reader based on the Disney•Pixar film "Up." The book is designed for early readers at a 1.2 reading level.
Quick Summary
A young explorer discovers an unlikely giant feathered friend in this heartwarming tale of cross-species friendship that proves size doesn't matter when it comes to making a best buddy. Kids will giggle at the hilarious size difference between Russell and his enormous bird, cheering as they figure out how to play together despite one being tiny and the other gigantic. If your kid loves sweet animal friendships like "Elephant and Piggie" or "Pete the Cat," they'll instantly fall for this feathered duo. Perfect for kindergarten and first-grade readers looking for a quick, feel-good story about finding connection in the most unexpected places.