Beth Smithem

Cocoa Bean and Squirt Beth Smithem

Imagine a place where orphaned animals are given a second chance. Now imagine those same animals forming friendships that create one comical adventure after another! As the result of one woman's compassion, a wildlife preserve is born in Central Florida that quickly expands to become the only home known to numerous abandoned and misplaced animals from all around the world. Cocoa Bean and Squirt is a lighthearted tale about the antics of an unlikely pair - a baby elephant named Squirt and a very mischievous young chimpanzee named Cocoa Bean. Between Squirt's gentle spirit and Cocoa Bean's need for adventure, the two of them get into some pretty comical and heartfelt adventures. Together they learn the true meaning of friendship - love, tolerance and acceptance. The lessons in Cocoa Bean and Squirt are gentle reminders for adults and children alike. A little bit of kindness can really go a long way!