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Finding A Friend

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Meet Deep Blue — a giant, kind-hearted great white shark who’s on a mission to make a friend. But when you’re one of the biggest fish in the ocean, who’d want to hang out with you? In Finding a Friend by Traci Swain, Deep Blue swims through hopeful meetups, awkward encounters, and surprising discoveries, all while learning that true friendship sometimes lies closer than you think.

Additional Information: Please be advised that crates may contain small parts that may not be suitable for children under 3 years. Do not consume crate contents.

When the book arrives, here's what you'll get:

  • The story of Deep Blue’s quest to find a friend — from playful sea creatures to tricky misunderstandings
  • Humorous dialogue, silly moments, and heartfelt reflections
  • Vibrant illustrations by Kadysha that bring undersea life to vivid color.
  • Side notes with real sea life facts (sharks, starfish, penguins, etc.)
  • Themes of self-worth, kindness, empathy, and not giving up
  • Discussion-worthy moments that lend themselves to conversation

This sweet, splashy tale is perfect for:

  • Kids roughly ages 4–8 (picture-book readers)
  • Early elementary students working on social skills or empathy
  • Homeschool families who want a read-aloud that doubles as a social-emotional tool
  • Sea lovers, shark fans, or anyone who thinks underwater stories are cool

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  • For out-of-stock items, please contact us for a more specific timeline on when the item will be restocked, we're happy to help!
  • For new releases, including our upcoming unit crates, will ship after the product's official release date. Crates are released on September 1st, December 1st, March 1st, and June 1st.

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At this time, we only ship within the U.S. Thank you for your understanding and for supporting our small business! 

Who Will Love It

  • Children who enjoy stories about animals, especially ocean life
  • Readers who like a mix of humor + heart + gentle lessons
  • Families, co-ops, or classrooms looking for books that spark talk about friendship and feelings
  • Anyone who wants a book that’s as meaningful as it is fun

Educational & Developmental Benefits

  • Social-emotional development — exploring friendship, kindness, and empathy
  • Self-awareness & confidence — Deep Blue learns to believe in who she is
  • Science & nature connection — fun sea creature facts blended in with the narrative.
  • Discussion & critical thinking — “Why did Deep Blue feel lonely? What would you do in her fins?”
  • Vocabulary & language skills — descriptive text, expressive dialogue, varied words
  • Character and growth arcs — watching character change as a model for kids’ own growth

Finding A Friend

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