Duckie and Snaps: We Cannot Be Friends

Duckie and Snaps: We Cannot Be Friends by Ame Dyckman, published by Scholastic Incorporated in 2025, is a delightful picture book featuring 40 pages of engaging content in English. The story follows the antics of Duckie, an enthusiastic yellow duckling, and Snaps, a reserved green crocodile, as they navigate the complexities of friendship. Their journey begins when Duckie’s egg rolls into Snaps’ nest, leading to an unexpected meeting that sparks their budding friendship, despite the warning that crocodiles eat ducklings.

Readers will enjoy the humorous and emotion-packed adventures of Duckie and Snaps as they explore the question of whether they can truly be friends. The book is filled with lively dialogue and vibrant illustrations, capturing the personalities of both characters. Themes of social topics, self-esteem, and friendship are woven throughout the narrative, making it an entertaining read for young audiences. This edition promises to deliver zany read-aloud fun, appealing to both children and adults alike.