Friendships are vitally important at any age, but for children just beginning to explore relationships outside their family, they are even more so. These picture books explore friendships in different ways - some are about making up after a disagreement, others are about being friends no matter what.
The new dog
Barbara Shook Hazen; illustrated by R. W. Alley
Tootsie is the new dog in Danny's dog walking group - and he's quite excited, only the other dogs aren't too impressed. Tootsie is used to being pampered and that isn't how Danny works at all. All the dogs tease and bully Tootsie and Tootsie gets the blame. Eventually he has enough and runs away - and nabs a robber! In winning instant hero status Tootsie earns a place in the group - enough to help out a new new dog the next day.
Recommended for ages 4 +.
Reviewed by Annie.
I'm sorry
Sam McBratney; illustrated by Jennifer Eachus
A young boy and girl are best friends but when they quarrel the boy is upset. Eventually it all works out.
Reviewed by Annie.
Albert & Lila
Rafik Schami
Albert, a nice pig, and Lila, a sweet old hen, are best friends and have lots of fun together. But the others on the farm think they're weird - will Albert & Lila be able to change the others' minds?
Reviewed by Annie.
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Will you be my friend? : a Bunny and Bird story
Nancy Tafuri
Bunny wants to be friends with Bird, but Bird is too shy. When Bird's house is waterlogged she shelters with Bunny, and they become friends.
Reviewed by Annie.
Jubal's wish
Audrey Wood; illustrated by Don Wood
Jubal wants to share the beautiful day with his friends, but they're all too busy and/or grumpy to picnic with him. Jubal wishes he can do something to make them happy. The illustrations are bright and just leap off the page.
Reviewed by Annie.
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