Thursday, June 18, 2009

A Book of Friends




Author:Dave Ross

Type or emotional/crisis issue(s) addressed: Making Friends

Year of Publication:1999

Publisher & Location:Harper Collins,

ISBN#: 0060283629

Target Age Level: Beginning

# of Pages: 40

Quality of Illustrations: Great

Brief Summary: This picture book discusses the many different kinds of friends someone can have pen pals, best friends, imaginary friends, family, new friends and old friends, etc. The author gives suggestions on how to be a good friend that could be very useful to children who are learning the basics of interaction in groups.

Personal Comments/Biases, and/or Things to Consider When Using This Book With Children: The illustrations are bright and fun. Young children will enjoy reading this book.

Activity: Children could discuss ways they have been a friend to someone. They also could set a goal of one way they could make a new friend.

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