Overview
Cheesy the Misplaced Pelican is a heartwarming picture book about finding courage, kindness, and belonging in unexpected places. When a powerful hurricane sweeps young Cheesy far away from his ocean home, he lands at Lake Placid-a quiet freshwater lake filled with new sights, new friends, and plenty of fish. At first, everything feels unfamiliar. The other birds insist that pelicans belong at the beach, not on lakes. But when a sudden storm puts a family of ducklings in danger, Cheesy's big wings, strong beak, and brave heart are exactly what the lake community needs. With gentle storytelling and vivid, nature-filled illustrations, this uplifting tale reminds children that even life's stormy days can guide us to where we're meant to be and that being different can be a gift. A perfect choice for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, and young readers learning about resilience, friendship, and belonging.
Full Product Details
Author: Susan Blust
Publisher: Sassy's Southern Press
Imprint: Sassy's Southern Press
Dimensions:
Width: 21.60cm
, Height: 0.60cm
, Length: 21.60cm
Weight: 0.295kg
ISBN: 9798993960104
Pages: 26
Publication Date: 06 January 2026
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
""A wonderful tale of resilience, friendship, and finding where you belong-perfect for children and families alike."" - Jessica Hering, MEd, Dean of Students, Tanglewood Elementary ""A must-read, especially in today's world where we need the positive messages that this story offers!"" - Michelle Legried, Former Teacher, Collier County Public Schools ""I was so honored to read this book. It is short and well written, easy to follow, and evokes compassion and empathy for Cheesy."" - Linda Campochiaro Buckley, Principal, Tanglewood Elementary School ""The message of this story is powerful: sometimes life's storms lead us somewhere unexpected, and that's where we grow and change."" - Amy Holik, Literacy Coach, Lee County School District ""A story built from a sweet family memory turns into a tale of resiliency. Florida's ecosystem is intertwined with the foundation of this book and the illustrations, making it educationally relevant and emotionally significant."" - Cathy Weber, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Author Information
Susan Blust is a retired elementary school teacher who spent more than thirty-three years inspiring young minds in public education. Throughout her career, she championed creativity, confidence, and kindness in the classroom. She is also the creator of G.E.M.S.-Girls Empowering Minds and Spirits, a heart-centered program designed to help young girls develop intuition, confidence, self-esteem, self-worth, and self-respect. Susan taught G.E.M.S. for many years through her school's after-school program, as well as during spring break and summer camps in Fort Myers. Now retired, Susan continues to share her passion for helping children grow through storytelling. Cheesy the Misplaced Pelican is a celebration of resilience, belonging, and the beauty of finding your place in the world.
