Cleo the Shy Little Crab

One small word can make a big friend! Cleo the little crab lives under the sea, and she is very, very shy. Every day she watches the little fish play chase and Inky the octopus juggle shells, but when they call "Come and play!", Cleo hides behind her rock. Then one day a new friend swims by: Mira, a baby whale who is big, and new, and all alone. When Mira starts to cry, Cleo knows just how she feels. Can one shy little crab find the courage to say hello? Cleo the Shy Little Crab is a gentle, heartwarming picture book for children ages 2–5. With short, easy sentences, a funny game of hide-and-seek, and bright, colorful underwater illustrations, it helps shy little ones see that feeling nervous is okay, and that a simple "Hello!" can be the start of a wonderful friendship. Inside you'll find: • A sweet, simple story for toddlers and preschoolers • Adorable sea friends: a little crab, an octopus, a baby whale and little fish • A gentle lesson about shyness, courage and kindness • A great way to talk about making new friends • Perfect for bedtime, story time and the first day of preschool A lovely gift for birthdays, preschool, and every little one who feels shy sometimes.