Cheesy the Misplaced Pelican

Susan Blust

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Cheesy the Misplaced Pelican is a heartwarming picture book about finding courage, kindness, and belonging in unexpected places. When a powerful hurricane sweeps young Cheesy far away from his ocean home, he lands at Lake Placid-a quiet freshwater lake filled with new sights, new friends, and plenty of fish.

At first, everything feels unfamiliar. The other birds insist that pelicans belong at the beach, not on lakes. But when a sudden storm puts a family of ducklings in danger, Cheesy's big wings, strong beak, and brave heart are exactly what the lake community needs.

With gentle storytelling and vivid, nature-filled illustrations, this uplifting tale reminds children that even life's stormy days can guide us to where we're meant to be and that being different can be a gift. A perfect choice for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, and young readers learning about resilience, friendship, and belonging.

Book Details

Publisher: Sassy's Southern Press
Publish Date: Jan 6th, 2026
Pages: 26
Language: English
Edition: undefined - undefined
Dimensions: 8.50in - 8.50in - 0.25in - 0.65lb
EAN: 9798993960104
Recommended age: 04-08
Categories: • Social Themes - New Experience• Animals - Birds• Moving & Relocation

About the Author

Blust, Susan: - Susan Blust is a retired elementary school teacher who spent more than thirty-three years inspiring young minds in public education. Throughout her career, she championed creativity, confidence, and kindness in the classroom. She is also the creator of G.E.M.S.-Girls Empowering Minds and Spirits, a heart-centered program designed to help young girls develop intuition, confidence, self-esteem, self-worth, and self-respect. Susan taught G.E.M.S. for many years through her school's after-school program, as well as during spring break and summer camps in Fort Myers. Now retired, Susan continues to share her passion for helping children grow through storytelling. Cheesy the Misplaced Pelican is a celebration of resilience, belonging, and the beauty of finding your place in the world.

Praise for this book

"A wonderful tale of resilience, friendship, and finding where you belong-perfect for children and families alike." - Jessica Hering, MEd, Dean of Students, Tanglewood Elementary

"A must-read, especially in today's world where we need the positive messages that this story offers!" - Michelle Legried, Former Teacher, Collier County Public Schools

"I was so honored to read this book. It is short and well written, easy to follow, and evokes compassion and empathy for Cheesy." - Linda Campochiaro Buckley, Principal, Tanglewood Elementary School

"The message of this story is powerful: sometimes life's storms lead us somewhere unexpected, and that's where we grow and change." - Amy Holik, Literacy Coach, Lee County School District

"A story built from a sweet family memory turns into a tale of resiliency. Florida's ecosystem is intertwined with the foundation of this book and the illustrations, making it educationally relevant and emotionally significant." - Cathy Weber, Licensed Clinical Social Worker