Seagull has always been the lead singer and songwriter of The Band…until Duck joined. Now Duck is writing songs, and Bear and Fox seem to like them better! Seagull feels pushed aside and like she’s not even part of The Band anymore. Will Seagull’s jealousy make her quit The Band? Would a solo act give her all the attention she’s missing out on? Can this friendship be repaired?
This heartfelt sequel to Band Together explores some difficult emotions of like envy and jealousy, and the ups and downs of friendship.
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Better Together
Seagull has always been the lead singer and songwriter of The Band…until Duck joined. Now Duck is writing songs, and Bear and Fox seem to like them better! Seagull feels pushed aside and like she’s not even part of The Band anymore. Will Seagull’s jealousy make her quit The Band? Would a solo act give her all the attention she’s missing out on? Can this friendship be repaired?
A companion book to Band Together and perfect for any social-emotional learning collection, this lovely little tale guides children through those difficult emotions of envy and jealousy, making Better Together an upbeat resource for educating little ones—on being assertive, feeling empowered, and ready to cope with disharmony within their own band of friends.
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Band Together
Duck is a solo act. He loves the peace and solitude of his beachside home, strumming his ukulele beneath the stars. After helping stranded band players Bear, Fox, and Seagull fix their broken-down tour van, he has tons of fun playing songs and hanging out with his new friends.
Maybe he could ask the Band if they want to play with him again. But why would they want to be friends with Duck?
When Seagull gets sick, it looks like the concert will get canceled. Or will Duck drum up the courage and accept Bear’s invitation to join the Band? Will Duck help his new friends out?