Peanut Butter and Donner

Peanut Butter & Donner: A Curious Chorus is a beautifully illustrated, rhyming picture book that explores emotional expression, trust, and unlikely friendship through the tender story of a rescued rabbit and an outgoing parakeet. With warmth, humor, and heart, this book invites readers ages 5-10 into a cozy world where kindness, music, and patience build the foundation for true connection.
Peanut Butter, a nervous and shy bunny, and Donner, a bold and musical parakeet, couldn't be more different. But when their paths cross and they begin to share a home, their friendship begins to bloom-slowly, softly, and with care. As Donner sings and plays, he begins to notice that Peanut Butter retreats. Through trial and gentle effort, he discovers how to meet his friend where he is, changing his tune both literally and emotionally. What unfolds is a story full of heart, imagination, and growth.
Based on the real-life bond between the author's own bunny and parakeet, this book is a perfect blend of real-life inspiration and whimsical storytelling. The illustrations bring every bounce, flap, and floppy ear to life, making this a captivating visual experience for young readers.
Themes of emotional regulation, sensory sensitivity, empathy, and self-awareness are seamlessly woven into a story that children can connect with-especially those who are shy, easily overstimulated, or learning how to express their emotions. It is particularly useful for:
Parents of highly sensitive or neurodivergent children
Educators looking for picture books that support social-emotional learning
Therapists, parents, and educators seeking gentle tools for talking about friendship, anxiety, or communication
With a comforting tone and rhythmic language, A Curious Chorus helps kids understand that it's okay to need space, it's brave to be vulnerable, and friendships grow best when we listen, adjust, and care for one another.
If you're looking for:
Books about unlikely animal friendships
Stories that teach emotional intelligence
Gentle bedtime read-alouds with meaning
Tools to support big feelings in small kids
...then Peanut Butter & Donner: A Curious Chorus will be a delightful and lasting addition to your bookshelf.