This small book is a treasure and a pure delight for all readers! RILE AND GRIDLEY introduces two pals whose friendship had an unexpected beginning with life-altering results. As a picture book, non-readers can "read" the story through the sequence of brilliantly colored cartoon illustrations. Written in humorous verse, beginning readers will experience the fun of reading. Advanced readers will be amused by the fast-paced action and zany situations. As an EXTRA BONUS, RILE AND GRIDLEY includes "how-to-draw" pages of the main characters, encouraging readers to utilize their creativity after reading the story. Whether on stage or off, the raccoon and fox acting duo of Rile and Gridley are ready to entertain your world!