Description
A heartwarming love story of blossoming friendship between two aardvarks
Aalfred and Aalbert lead solitary lives. Sometimes, Aalfred thinks he might like to be part of a pair, and sometimes Aalbert thinks he might like to be one of two. But Aalfred sleeps all day, and Aalbert sleeps all night—so how will the two ever meet? Luckily, a helpful bystander intervenes and when Aalfred and Aalbert’s paths cross in the most unexpected way, they find that they go together quite well, just like cheese and broccoli.
This adorable story about two aardvarks and an unlikely matchmaker will appeal to families with LGBTQ parents and family members as author-illustrator Morag Hood keeps children laughing with funny situations and entertaining teachable moments about relationships.
Reviews
“The simple, deadpan narrative shows flashes of laugh-out-loud moments…the steadfast resignation of the only-occasionally-lonely aardvarks and the bird’s wordless but powerful expressiveness keep the story light, dry, and satisfying. A charming depiction of friendship and love.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Sweet and silly…charming… An effective, gentle reminder that love is love.” —Publishers Weekly
“Charming illustrations accompany this tale of finding friends. The story is told with great humor that will engage young readers….a lovely book about finding a new friend. ” —School Library Journal
“Charming… This light-hearted readaloud easily doubles as a read-alone.” —Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
More Details
AR Level: 1.7
F&P: I, Gr 1, Genre F
Lexile: 430L
Themes: Friendships, Relationships, Romance, LGBT
BISAC 1: JUV039060 JUVENILE FICTION/Social Themes/Friendship
BISAC 2: JUV060000 JUVENILE FICTION / LGBT
BISAC 3: JUV026000 JUVENILE FICTION / Love & Romance
