This cute book is narrated by a little gecko from Laos. He introduces the readers to his home in the capital city of Vientiane, and explains he usually shares his house with a family. Illustrations show the new expat family who has just moved in. Little Gecko quickly befriends the children (and scares their mom), and together they explore the city. All too soon it’s time for the family to move again. Still, Little Gecko is glad for the time they had together.
“Friendships are special no matter when they start. Goodbyes just mean you have a place in my heart.”
Written in both English and Lao, this book combines a travelogue about Laos with a snippet of a story about a brief friendship between a lizard and two little TCKs. But the cute illustrations, rhyming text, and sweet message make the odd combination work.