"Snions, Stiraffes and Frish… Hooray! Gonzo Finds Fairview Valley" is a whimsical story with a diversity and anti-bullying theme and message. A beloved pet dog named Gonzo embarks on a journey to find an unsuspected friend who had been sent away from his home and family. On his travels Gonzo happens upon Fairview Valley where he meets many wondrous creatures of the forest who help him find his friend while educating him about celebrating each other's unique differences. Young readers will learn the importance of kindness (Civility) and helping others in need (Cooperation) while embarking on the journey with Gonzo and his new found friends. This is a wonderful story for parents to read to their little ones, and for teachers to share with their classrooms. Perfect for ages from newborn to 12 years, yet readers of all ages will find the message to be a valuable one! There is a Lesson Plan available for parents and teachers to use this book as a tool for educating young readers about the importance of diversity, cooperation and anti-bullying discussions. If you have purchased Volume 1 of the book and would like to receive a copy of the Lesson Plan, please contact the authors via their website to have a copy sent to you electronically. Keith Toney, formerly Keith Fitzpatrick, is Vice President of AK Consulting Services. Keith works with non-profit organizations, corporations, universities and faith-based institutions to educate society about the many aspects of living in a diverse community. He has written for numerous publications on matters of civil rights, fairness and equality. Al Toney III, a former Worcester, Massachusetts Police Officer, is President of AK Consulting Services. He retired from the police force in 1995 as a result of injuries sustained in a shooting. Since 1995 he has provided inclusion and diversity awareness education and cultural competency workshops throughout the country where he challenges his colleagues and constituents to be aware of their internalized stereotypes and myths. Al served as Vice-Chair of the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) from 2007 to 2010 and has been recognized and received numerous awards for his work over the years. Together they raised their daughter, Kayla...and Gonzo. In 2012 they began working on a film and novel based on their life story. For more information about the Toney's, their life's work, accomplishments and other book and media appearances, please visit their website: www.AKConsultingServices.com