The Penguin and the Fine-Looking Fish

by Cindy R Lee

Sweet little penguin was separated from all that was familiar to him. This left him sad and confused. He began to be disrespectful to all those around him because his heart was filled with hurt. In this tender book, Penguin goes in search of a pet to love and love him back. He befriends a beautiful fish who takes him on a journey of healing as he discovers what it means to show respect to himself and others. Penguin and the Fine-Looking Fish will help teach your children the importance of showing respect and gets to the heart of why this concept is vital to engaging in healthy relationships. This story is one of eight children’s books written by Cindy R. Lee and is designed to teach concepts developed by Dr. Karyn Purvis and Dr. David Cross at the Institute of Child Development. Proceeds are being donated to HALO Project and the Institute of Child Development.

Genres: Adoption

38 pages, Paperback

First published May 8, 2015

Reviews

[Alicia Carlson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book to read with young children from hard places. The penguin is hurting and alone, and therefore afraid and closed off. A new friend gives him love, friendship, and shows him a new way to act. My preschooler and first grader enjoy this story.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great book for the foster children I work with as a CASA volunteer!