Simon and the Buddy Branch

Simon understands what itÕs like to be born looking different than others. When he hatched his beak had a gap making it difficult for him to eat smile and sing. With help from his special friend Patty Simon now thrives. One day Simon spots a sad blue jay sitting in a tree. No one came to BuddyÕs birthday party because heÕs different. Simon and Patty gather their friends and make Buddy feel special. They create the Buddy Branch a place where birds can come when they feel lonely. Simon and the Buddy Branch a childrenÕs picture book shares a story of love acceptance and kindness. It communicates the message itÕs okay to be different; everyone is beautiful just the way they are.