Nibbler, a beaver, works so hard. When Captain, a river otter comes to play in his pond, he causes damage and even more work for Nibbler. He tries to ignore the problem at first. Then he verbally attacks Captain. Fortunately, Ollie, the farm dog, hears the commotion and comes by to see what's wrong. He listens to Nibbler and asks a few good questions. After a walk, Nibbler calms down and has a new perspective. He talks to Captain and they share a little about themselves. The beaver comes up with a brilliant idea and Captain eventually agrees. They work together to solve a problem and become friends as well.
Finallist in Book of the Year Award, Independent Author Network, Children's Illustrated category, 2018
About the Author
A semi-retired elementary school teacher, Bandana Acres author Kathy J Perry now enjoys writing and illustrating early chapter books about animals who learn valuable lessons about friendships. Her goal is to help kids enjoy learning to read as well as apply what they've learned to their own lives. Her fun, animal adventures will appeal to first and second-graders and to pre-schoolers as a read-aloud story. Soft, watercolor illustrations have been a source of joy for Kathy to draw and paint.
Table of Contents
Publishing Page (incuding Lexile measurement)
Two-page spread map
Chapter 1: Home on Big Water
Chapter 2: Trouble!
Chapter 3: Cooling Off
Chapter 4: Trying on Flippers
Chapter 5: New Friends
What If Page: Discussion questions about the story
What If Page: Discussion questions about real life applications
Glossary: More difficult words defined
About the Author
About the Character Designer
Descriptions for other books in the series
Invitation to interaction Bandana Acres Club with free download. A place to share writing and illustrations.
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
Love this sweet book series - they are all great. Easy to read, great intro to chapter books for kids. Love the lessons and messages in each with different virtues/values in relationships with others. And each book has thought-provoking questions at the end to discuss with the kids. Also, Kathy is super nice and helpful! Can't say enough - well worth the price!
With a fun, quirky title and unforgettable characters, "Nibbler and Captain Make Peace" will undoubtedly make you smile. A beaver struggles with his temper and learns a valuable lesson on listening to others. As he discovers how to be more patient, he also finds a new friend. A cute and simple story, with colorful illustrations to top it off.
Love how this book is separated into chapters that are the perfect size for elementary children. The pictures are absolutely charming too, but are not on every page for imagination's sake. The characters model several ways of solving conflict and appreciating each other's differences. It would even be fun to give kids a Bandana to remind them of these lessons as a theme in the classroom or the home!