Elin Wrenholm

Puddle the duckling loves her best friend Sable the otter - especially the graceful way he dives deep underwater. When she tries to dive just like him, she only tumbles and splashes, and slips away to sulk quietly in the reeds. But when Sable's favorite little acorn boat sinks into cloudy water and he can't find it, it's Puddle's own gift - her clear eyes on the water's surface and her loud, happy quack - that saves the day.
A gentle story about outgrowing envy and discovering that being different from your best friend doesn't mean being less, with soft watercolor art and a calm, read-aloud rhythm. Perfect for ages 3-5, animal-friendship stories, and any child learning that their own gifts are enough.