A photographic tale about Duckling the reluctant swimmer finds him resenting the pressure exerted by his patient Mama and Papa Duck, preferring to stay dry and take a nap before eventually deciding to join his siblings in the pond

Mouse is shy. It's hard for him to make new friends. Bird is grumpy. He's too grumpy to make new friends. The other animals-Owl, Frog, Squirrel, Raccoon-are outgoing and seem so sure of themselves. Who will be the best friend for Mouse? The answer will surprise you! Susan Lurie and Murray Head, creators of Swim, Duck, Swim!, offer another sweet animal tale in Will You Be My Friend?