One That Didn't Match

A tender, beautifully illustrated children's book about foster care, identity, and the true meaning of family. Perfect for children ages 4 9 navigating big feelings about belonging, difference, and love. Tavi the Pangolin doesn t match his new family. His shell is different. His name sounds different. And everywhere he goes, someone reminds him that he doesn t quite fit. But with the gentle care of his foster parents a kind deer named Juniper and a cheerful squirrel named Pip Tavi begins to learn that love isn t about matching... it s about choosing. And sometimes, the best families are the ones we grow into together. The One Who Didn t Match is a heartfelt picture book for children and caregivers that gently explores:The foster care experience from a child s perspectiveWhat makes a family: love, not likenessIdentity, emotional safety, and healingEmpathy, inclusion, and chosen familyWith a warm forest setting, magical artwork, and a quiet message of hope, this book is perfect for bedtime reading, classroom story time, or therapeutic conversation with children navigating transitions or change.