Rhino Makes a Friend - Experiences Matter - Author Sue Graves

A gentle, uplifting story about meeting new people and building friendships — perfect for little ones navigating new social situations.

When Rhino's usual friends are away during the holidays, he finds himself starting a new adventure at a holiday camp alone. At first, he’s unsure and a little nervous. But as he opens up, Rhino discovers that making new friends can be easier and more fun than he thought.

With engaging illustrations and relatable emotions, this story opens the door for young children to explore feelings of shyness, bravery and connection.

Why we — and schools — love it:

• Encourages young children to build confidence in unfamiliar social settings.
• Promotes emotional intelligence and resilience through storytelling.
• Ideal for classroom discussions or preparing children for camps, school transitions or new experiences.

Also in the Experiences Matter series:

• Elephant Has a Brother
• Turtle Comes Out of Her Shell
• Panda Feels Jealous

Each book in the series includes conversation starters and activity ideas to help families and educators explore everyday challenges with empathy and care.