Open up early readers’ imaginations with this engaging fictional story! This book about two animal friends gives adults the tools to balance structured learning time and free play as part of the Explore & Learn series. Buddies Like Us Entertains early learners with vibrant, full-color illustrations that depict a child, a mother, and the imaginative stories she tells Creates a rich shared reading experience for children who are early and developing readers Supports thematic learning by focusing on the big idea theme Who Cares for Me? and the unit theme Friends Includes a note for educators and parents to help extend learning Jasper the fox is sad because his friend Charlie moved away to another forest. Despite their differences, maybe his new friend Emmett the red robin can comfort him. Follow along as these animals discover what it means to lose and make friends in this easy-to-read fiction story. Perfect for early childhood education or any prekindergarten classroom, this book boosts early literacy while fostering social development. Early learners need to see themselves reflected in the fictional characters they encounter. Build fundamental skills while stimulating your child’s curiosity and creativity with this fiction book!