Books about Best Friends
Award winning
Ben's New Friends
Don Halstead, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through intriguing character interactions.
Encourages acceptance and friendship-building skills.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

Ben's New Friends
Don Halstead, 2021
Award winning
The Perfect Best Friend
Jenna Chou, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of friendship and empathy.
Engages young minds with captivating illustrations.
Supports social skill development through storytelling.
Ideal for family bonding during reading time.

The Perfect Best Friend
Jenna Chou, 2023
Award winning
Daniel, the Golden Retriever
Tammy Tomlinson, Kiersten Eagan, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with Daniel, the caring Golden Retriever.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Enhances vocabulary through playful and descriptive language.
Supports emotional development through relatable narratives.

Daniel, the Golden Retriever
Tammy Tomlinson, Kiersten Eagan, 2022
Award winning
A Home for Luna
Stef Gemmill, Mel Armstrong, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, adaptability, and courage.
Stunning illustrations enhance the engaging narrative.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards others.
Perfect for shared reading and discussion.

A Home for Luna
Stef Gemmill, Mel Armstrong, 2020
Award winning
Audrey L and Audrey W: Best Friends-ish
Carter Higgins, A Arter, Jennifer K. Mann, 2021
184 pages
Why to read
Explores complexities of friendship with humor and sensitivity.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Stimulates discussions on conflict resolution and forgiveness.
Vivid illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.

Audrey L and Audrey W: Best Friends-ish
Carter Higgins, A Arter, Jennifer K. Mann, 2021
Award winning
My Friends Are Missing
Mary Kendrick, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery storyline enhances problem-solving skills.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Stimulates language development and emotional understanding.
Supports parent-child bonding over shared reading moments.

My Friends Are Missing
Mary Kendrick, 2022
Award winning
Luke Finds a Home
Angela Sreter Spencer Md, 2023
63 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of friendship and belonging.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Enhances emotional and social development.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading moments.

Luke Finds a Home
Angela Sreter Spencer Md, 2023
Harriet the Horrible in Best Friends
E-R-Reilly, Rebecca O'Reilly, 2000
140 pages
Why to read
Captures friendship challenges with humor and empathy.
Encourages resilience and value of true friendship.
Engaging storyline fosters children's interest in reading.
Addresses resolve conflicts and understanding others.
