Books about Best Friends
Freckleface Strawberry: Best Friends Forever
Julianne Moore, Leuyen Pham, 2011
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship through engaging and heartfelt storytelling.
Encourages acceptance and understanding among diverse characters.
Illustrated with vibrant and captivating visuals.
Aids social and emotional development in children.

Freckleface Strawberry: Best Friends Forever
Julianne Moore, Leuyen Pham, 2011
Award winning
The Best Man
Richard Peck, 2016
240 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of responsibility and personal growth.
Encourages understanding of diverse family dynamics.
Highlights importance of friendship and trust.
Engaging narrative with humor and heart.

The Best Man
Richard Peck, 2016
Award winning
What Sisters Do Best/What Brothers Do Best
Laura Joffe Numeroff, Laura Numeroff, Lynn Munsinger, 2012
44 pages
Why to read
Celebrates unique strengths of both brothers and sisters.
Encourages bonding and understanding between siblings.
Illustrations add fun, engaging visual element.
Perfect for shared sibling reading time.

What Sisters Do Best/What Brothers Do Best
Laura Joffe Numeroff, Laura Numeroff, Lynn Munsinger, 2012
Award winning
My Cousins My Friends, Mis Primos Mis Amigos
Diana Delrusso, Kimberly Young, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Bilingual story enhances language skills and cultural awareness.
Celebrates family bonds and shared experiences across cultures.
Encourages inclusivity and understanding of diverse backgrounds.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

My Cousins My Friends, Mis Primos Mis Amigos
Diana Delrusso, Kimberly Young, 2021
Award winning
Little Pink Pup
Johanna Kerby, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances empathy through heartwarming animal friendships.
Encourages acceptance of differences in engaging narrative.
Strengthens reading skills with simple, captivating language.
Inspires conversations on family and belonging.

Little Pink Pup
Johanna Kerby, 2010
Award winning
Choosing Crumble
Michael Rosen, Tony Ross, 2014
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure encourages problem-solving skills.
Relatable bond between child and pet characters.
Promotes empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading time.

Choosing Crumble
Michael Rosen, Tony Ross, 2014
Award winning
Mia's Life: Best Friends for Never
Mia Fizz, Stephanie Yue, Lidia Fernández Abril, 2022
144 pages
Why to read
Captures everyday challenges of growing friendships.
Enhances empathy and social skills through relatable scenarios.
Encourages resilience and communication among young readers.
Provides engaging, age-appropriate content for children.

Mia's Life: Best Friends for Never
Mia Fizz, Stephanie Yue, Lidia Fernández Abril, 2022
Award winning
Making Friends: 99 Social Skills For Kids
Blake Cantrell, 2023
122 pages
Why to read
Teaches essential social skills through engaging stories.
Boosts empathy and communication in young readers.
Encourages cooperation and friendship building.
Ideal for shared reading with parents or educators.
