Parker the Purple Penguin by Marybeth Wishart

This gently told tale of Parker will hit home for all children. The reader, or the listener, will recognize themself as the one who isn’t welcome or perhaps as the one not offering friendship. Parker uses his unique strengths and his kind heart to change the other penguins’ opinion of him.

Have you ever felt lonely and not welcome, not understood? Have you ever been judged by your appearance?

Parents, grandparents and teachers can use this book as an opportunity to discuss the challenges of being different.

“Parker the Purple Penguin explores themes that are relevant to all children - and even adults - accepting each other’s differences, empathy and bravery.”