Oliver wants to look cool in front of his friends, but he’s unsure if he should be friends
with Dolly, a dolphin who looks different. Through his journey, Oliver learns the true
meaning of friendship and the relative unimportance of physical appearance in
choosing valued friends.

This story helps children deal with peer pressure and emphasises the importance of
doing the right thing and standing up for friends. Told from both Oliver’s and Dolly’s
perspectives, it fosters empathy by showing how it feels to be excluded and the
pressures of conforming. The strong ending teaches kids not to judge others before
getting to know them and celebrates everyone’s uniqueness. A perfect read for
teaching children about friendship, courage, and standing up to bullies.