Overall, I like this book and the message but especially the ending falls a little flat. Norton, is I believe a dog, and he’s found the perfect sweater that they love. But bear loves it so much they get one of their own, so now the two are identical. Norton is unique so he has a scarf then Bear has a scarf. Next comes the hat, and the a flower, etc. Norton wants to be unique , they do not like Bear following in their footsteps. But they both learn that even though you may look identical you can be very different. The illustrations are lovely and the story is interesting but there’s just something that makes it feel flat but can’t tell you what it is. ( )

being unique; being copied; friendship ( )