Tano & Binti Two Chimpanzees Return to the Wild

For a child facing a big move or starting a new school, this book offers a gentle, true story about adjusting to an unfamiliar world. It follows two young chimpanzees, raised in a zoo, as they are released into the wild in Africa. They are scared and don't know how to survive until an older, wiser chimp teaches them. This nonfiction picture book for ages 6 to 9 powerfully models resilience, the fear of the unknown, and the comfort of finding a guide. It's an excellent choice for animal lovers and for opening conversations about navigating new environments and accepting help.