Elliot & Geoffrey
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"Elliot was confused, why didn't anybody want to be friends with such a sweet baby giraffe just because of his short neck? Then he remembered how nobody wanted to play with him just because he was a small elephant."
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About the Book
Elliot and Geoffrey are animals that are different. They each feel unimportant and have no friends. Once they meet, they realize the importance of dealing with their differences. They learn how to overcome their fears and grow from the experience. This story teaches how to choose good, caring friends instead of those who only like to make fun of others.
About the Author
Ms. Torrico brings attention to those who are different. She directly addresses how others can view differences in people as negative. She relates the feelings of sadness and nonbelonging and shows how to overcome them. She emphasizes the importance of kindness and caring not only to those who are different but also by the ones who are different.