Wiley Makes Friends

Wiley wants to join the other wolves at play—but after an accident leaves him using a wheelchair, he worries about whether he will fit in. When he makes his way to the field, asking to join takes courage. How will the other wolves respond, and can they find a game Wiley can enjoy too?

Set in a caring village of friendly animals, this gentle picture-book story follows Wiley as he faces a new challenge and reaches out to the children around him. His family and doctor are there as he adjusts, while the other wolves must decide how to welcome him into their play. The story offers young readers a simple starting point for conversations about disability, inclusion, and belonging, without losing sight of the fun of playing together.

A warm read-aloud for preschoolers, Wiley’s story celebrates the courage it can take to ask to join in—and the care that can grow when children make room for one another.