Poppy's Favorite Friend Fiasco

Winner of the Pinnacle Achievement Award

NYC Big Book Award-Distinguished Favorite

American Fiction Award WinnerNYC Big Book Award (distinguished favorite) 2023

NABE Pinnacle Book Award (Children's Picture Book) 2022

"This delightful book makes a lovely addition to any young reader's collection, providing essential lessons on friendship and community in a fun and engaging way. Poppy's Favorite Friends Fiasco will surely capture the hearts of children and adults alike." -Children's Book Review

"A heartfelt story with wonderful animal illustrations by Michael Sherman. I read it to my grandchildren, 5 and 3, and they were entranced " -Jonathan Day, author of The Sebastian Series

In the heart of the vibrant Mungo Bungo Jungle, where the air is alive with the sweet scent of blooming flowers, lives Poppy, a keel-billed toucan with a heart full of joy. Surrounded by her delightful friends, Poppy feels at home-until one day, no one will look her in the eye. Why not? Don't they want to be her friends anymore?

Sad but determined, Poppy embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind her friends' strange behavior. With the help of the ferociously fast Touco and the wise Margie the elephant, Poppy discovers that sometimes, what seems like a problem is just a surprise waiting to unfold.

Perfect for young readers, Poppy's Favorite Friends Fiasco is a heartwarming story that reminds us all of the importance of communication and the joy of being surrounded by friends. Get ready for laughter, excitement, and a splash of adventure in this fourth installment of the charming Poppy the Toucan series.