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This article from Booklist Reader highlights a selection of books for youth that feature odd-couple friendships and efforts to bridge divides. The books include picture books, beginning readers, and early chapter books that explore the theme of unlikely friendships. Each book offers a unique perspective on friendship and showcases the power of connection despite differences. The article provides a brief description of each book, making it a useful resource for library patrons interested in exploring these themes in children's literature. [Extracted from the article]

Kate DiCamillo's new early chapter-book series, Orris and Timble, tells the story of an unlikely friendship between a rat and an owl. The first book in the series, Orris and Timble: The Beginning, introduces readers to Orris the rat and Timble the snowy owl. When Timble gets caught in a mousetrap, Orris overcomes his fear and frees him, leading to the start of their friendship. The book is beautifully illustrated by Carmen Mok and emphasizes kindness and a love of storytelling. Other recommended books for early readers with similar themes of friendship and adventure include Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories, Cornbread & Poppy, and Skunk and Badger. [Extracted from the article]