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A Day with Wilbur Robinson
by William Joyce
Your child will laugh out loud as a trip to the author's best friend's house is described. Wilbur has a family like no other--complete with Grandpa and his missing false teeth and an aunt with a life-sized train set. Joyce's unique paintings help bring this hilarious story to life.
Ages: Preschooler, Kindergartner, First-grader, Second-grader, Third-grader
Themes: Friends
Types: Read Aloud, Read to Self
A Fine, Fine School
by Sharon Creech
Mr. Keene, an exuberant principal, loves his school so much that he decides to have school every Saturday and even during holidays and summer vacation. Your child will love finding out about Tillie's creative plan to save her vacations.
Ages: Preschooler, Kindergartner, First-grader, Second-grader, Third-grader
Themes: Friends, School
Types: Read Aloud, Read to Self
A Letter to Amy
by Ezra Jack Keats
In this classic book about friendship, Peter has a falling-out with his friend Amy. Peter fears the worst--that Amy will not come to his birthday party. Children will relate to this story's themes, and Ezra Jack Keats's collage illustrations will intrigue children and parents alike.
Ages: Toddler, Preschooler, Kindergartner, First-grader, Second-grader, Third-grader
Themes: Friends
Types: Read Aloud, Read to Self
A Weekend with Wendell
by Kevin Henkes
Sophie is not happy with Wendell, her houseguest. Wendell has spent the entire weekend bossing her around, ruining their games and making a mess. Your child will be amazed to see how the plucky Sophie turns the tables on Wendell.
Ages: Preschooler, Kindergartner, First-grader, Second-grader, Third-grader
Themes: Friends
Types: Read Aloud, Read to Self
Arthur's Fire Drill
by Marc Brown
Learn about fire safety with Arthur and D.W. in this easy reader. D.W. learns what to do during a school fire drill and how to stop, drop and roll. Arthur also eases her worries by making a list of fire safety rules that you can use with your family.
Ages: Preschooler, Kindergartner, First-grader, Second-grader
Themes: Friends, School
Types: Read Aloud, Read to Self
Be Quiet, Marina!
by Kristen De Bear
Two classmates, Marina and Moira, learn to respect each other's differences and become friends. Marina, a young preschooler with cerebral palsy, and Moira, a young girl with Down Syndrome, have two very different ways of interacting with each other. But, with the help of their teacher, they learn the best way to communicate.
Ages: Preschooler, Kindergartner, First-grader, Second-grader
Themes: Friends, Special Needs
Types: Read Aloud
Be Ready at Eight
by Peggy Parish
Forgetful Miss Molly knows something special is going to happen today...but she can't remember what it is. Your child will enjoy this hilarious book about why Miss Molly must be ready by eight.
Ages: Kindergartner, First-grader, Second-grader, Third-grader
Themes: Friends
Types: Read Aloud, Read to Self
Best Friends for Frances
by Russell Hoban
Frances can't imagine being friends with her little sister Gloria until she is excluded from the all-boys baseball game. To her surprise, Gloria makes a good friend, but can she ever be a best friend? If your child enjoys this book, introduce her to other stories in this series including, A Birthday for Frances.
Ages: Preschooler, Kindergartner, First-grader, Second-grader, Third-grader
Themes: Family, Friends
Types: Read Aloud, Read to Self
Biscuit Finds a Friend
by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Your child will enjoy this story about the unlikely friendship between Biscuit, a friendly dog, and a duckling. If your child likes this story, introduce him to other books in the series including Biscuit Wants to Play and Bathtime for Biscuit.
Ages: Preschooler, Kindergartner, First-grader
Themes: Friends
Types: Read Aloud, Read to Self
Charlie's Checklist
by Rory S. Lerman
When Charlie is ready to leave his life as a farm puppy and become a city dog, he places an advertisement in a London newspaper. Although he is flooded with responses, he finds the most suitable applicant in an unexpected place. Your child will enjoy discovering where Charlie decides to call home.
Ages: Preschooler, Kindergartner, First-grader, Second-grader
Themes: Friends
Types: Read Aloud, Read to Self
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