Riley the Brave by Manuel Monsante - Local Author**

RIDLEY THE BRAVE 

Ages - Prek to 3rd grade.

Ages: 4 to 8 yrs old.

Ridley the Brave has never quite known where he belongs. Raised by rats in the tunnels below the city, but born among squirrels in the trees above, Ridley feels caught between two worlds welcome in neither.  But when a dangerous hawk begins turning the animals of the city against each other, Ridley discovers that being different might be exactly what everyone needs. Because sometimes the bravest thing you can do is to be yourself. A heartfelt adventure about belonging, bravery, friendship and finding your place in the world. 

Perfect for: Parents, Classrooms, School Libraries, Public Libraries, and Storytime.