Friends Again?

By Harriet J. Arrington

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Baku the crocodile and Taki the monkey are back in a second tale of friendship, loyalty, honesty, and trust. Baku ruined his friendship with Taki by trying to steal his heart and lost the approval of his village for not returning with it. Now he needs Taki's help to cure the Mighty One, leader of all crocodiles, who is terribly ill. Can Taki find it in his heart to forgive Baku? Together, can they find a cure for the Mighty One so Baku's village can accept him once again? Readers join Baku, Taki, and Queen Monkey in an adventure in the jungle, ultimately learning what it takes to be a real friend.

This original folktale is based on Kenyan fable characters and includes thirty-one color illustrations for kids to enjoy.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1565548345
• ISBN13: 9781565548343
• Release Date: September 2001
• Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.6" x 11.5"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3