Jab and Ru: The Story of an Unlikely Friendship is a fun picture book about two jabiru storks who come from opposite sides of the world and discover how to share and get along. Ru is a proud Australian black-necked stork who likes his fishing spot all to himself. Jab is a friendly young jabiru from the Americas who's always up for an adventure. Even though they look like cousins, they've never met. until now. Told in simple, bouncy rhyme and packed with 14 real fun facts about jabirus, this story shows kids the joy of welcoming new friends and sharing what you have. Perfect for ages 3 to 8. Great for teaching friendship, kindness, acceptance, and early geography in a gentle, entertaining way.

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