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Rufus & Olivia: A Tail of Acceptance by Michele Walker is a story about a little white cat named Olivia who lives with her humans. One day, her humans return with a surprise, a small black puppy named Rufus. Olivia is not too thrilled to have a new family member, and things don't go smoothly at first. After Olivia gets Rufus into trouble, Rufus shares his feelings with Olivia. They discover that even though they have differences, there are many things they have in common. They begin to enjoy each other's company and celebrate their differences too. At the end of the story, they share one more fun experience with their humans. Discussion questions to extend the story are included at the end.
Michele Walker has written a sweet story about family and acceptance. Kids will enjoy the antics of Rufus and Olivia but will also absorb the underlying theme that even though we may look different, we have many things in common. Rufus & Olivia: A Tail of Acceptance goes beyond just acceptance; it includes a helpful lesson about sharing your feelings and setting boundaries. The illustrations by Quil.and.Ink showcase Olivia and Rufus as the stars of the story. Anyone who has owned a pet will completely relate to the picture of the messy kitchen and Rufus sitting in the middle of it all! Rufus & Olivia: A Tail of Acceptance imparts a valuable lesson through some endearing characters. Parents and kids alike will enjoy spending time with Rufus and Olivia!
