The Awesome Opossum

By Christina Morgado-Treml

The Awesome Opossum is a heartwarming, beautifully illustrated children's story about confidence, friendship, and the power of teamwork. When a small possum sets out to climb a tall stone wall, he quickly learns he can't do it alone. After seeking help from his friends - Rand, Don, Lee, and Heather - he discovers that even the smallest companions can make a big difference.

Told in gentle rhyme matched with rich, stunning watercolor illustrations, this story follows the possum's journey from frustration to triumph as he learns a timeless lesson: even the hardest tasks can be accomplished when friends work together and ask each other for help.

Inspired by a real opossum who walked the author's backyard fence in the United States, The Awesome Opossum celebrates perseverance, kindness, and cooperation. This debut picture book by Christina Morgado-Treml, illustrated by Ingrid Kreuscher, invites young readers into a warm, whimsical world where everyone has something unique and special to offer.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GGYB31L3
• ISBN13: 9798218882495
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Copertinapezzi Publishing
• Length: 22 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 11.0" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 3 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3