{"product_id":"jimothy-and-his-forest-friends-libby-grace-9781972016770","title":"Jimothy and his Forest Friends","description":"Jimothy and the Forest Friends\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA heartwarming story inspired by the real raccoon who captured the hearts of people around the world.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeep in the Whispering Woods lives a very special little raccoon named Jimothy. He does not move like the other raccoons. His back is shorter. Climbing takes extra time. Sometimes he slips. Sometimes he wonders why everything seems harder for him.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEven so, Jimothy never gives up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs he explores the forest, he meets a wonderful group of friends who each have their own unique challenges and special gifts. Oliver Owl does not see with both eyes, but he hears every beautiful song in the forest. Hazel Hedgehog teaches that it is perfectly okay to rest in quiet places when the world feels too loud. Freddie Fox reminds everyone that every voice deserves patience and kindness. Benny Beaver proves there is more than one way to build something amazing. Daisy Deer, with her little round glasses, discovers tiny wonders that others often miss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLittle by little, Jimothy begins to understand an important truth. Every friend is different. Every friend faces challenges. Every friend has something wonderful to share.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThen one unexpected moment changes everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen a frightened baby bird becomes stranded high in an ancient oak tree, Jimothy discovers that the careful way he climbs, the very thing he once believed made him different, is exactly what allows him to help. What he once thought was a weakness becomes his greatest strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by the real wild raccoon known as Jimothy, this beautifully illustrated story celebrates kindness, perseverance, inclusion, empathy, friendship, courage, and belonging. Jimothy's journey is fictional, but it is lovingly inspired by a real raccoon believed by many wildlife observers to have a rare condition called Short Spine Syndrome. His determination has inspired people everywhere to look beyond appearances and celebrate every life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for families, classrooms, libraries, counselors, and therapists, \u003cstrong\u003eJimothy and the Forest Friends\u003c\/strong\u003e encourages meaningful conversations about disabilities, differences, bullying, resilience, compassion, and acceptance. Thoughtful discussion questions and a family promise at the end of the book help children continue these important conversations long after the story is over.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether a child wears glasses, learns differently, uses a wheelchair, communicates in their own unique way, or has ever felt left out, Jimothy's story offers hope, encouragement, and a message every child deserves to hear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou are brave.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou are important.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou are loved.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou are enough.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou belong.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilled with beautiful woodland illustrations and unforgettable characters, \u003cstrong\u003eJimothy and the Forest Friends\u003c\/strong\u003e is a timeless picture book that reminds readers of all ages that kindness begins with understanding, courage grows one small step at a time, and our differences often become our greatest strengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the world is more beautiful when everyone belongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Libby Grace\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1972016776\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781972016770\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Rooted and Roaming Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/24\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 46\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.22lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.10d","brand":"Libby Grace","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49084360229119,"sku":"9781972016770","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/jimothy-and-his-forest-friends-libby-grace-9781972016770","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}