Friendship books for kids
Award winning
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
176 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity through fun, magical adventures.
Enhances emotional understanding and friendships.
Engages young readers with humor and wit.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.

Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
Award winning
Shrek the Third: Friends and Foes
Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story with engaging, dynamic characters.
Encourages creativity and friendship values.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
Fun, interactive experience for young readers.

Shrek the Third: Friends and Foes
Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, 2007
Wulfie: Beast in Show
Lindsay J Sedgwick, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with a heartwarming friendship.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character interactions.
Stimulates imagination with unique fantastical elements.
Highlights the value of resilience and cleverness.

Wulfie: Beast in Show
Lindsay J Sedgwick, 2021
Award winning
Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training
Debbie Palen, Laurie Calkhoven, 2020
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging Storyline: 'Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training' offers an engaging and relatable storyline that captures the challenges and triumphs of childhood, making it a great read for young readers who are navigating their own personal growth and learning experiences.
Positive Role Models: The book features positive role models, including the main character, Roosevelt Banks, who demonstrates the importance of perseverance, honesty, and kindness, providing young readers with a character they can look up to and learn from.
Humor and Entertainment: Laurie Calkhoven's writing style incorporates humor and fun, which keeps readers entertained while also delivering important life lessons. This makes reading enjoyable and can help instill a love of reading in children.
Development of Reading Skills: 'Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training' is well-suited for middle-grade readers who are looking to improve their reading skills. The vocabulary and sentence structure are designed to challenge young readers in a supportive way, contributing to their literacy development.

Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training
Debbie Palen, Laurie Calkhoven, 2020
Award winning
Mia Mayhem Rides the Waves
Kara West, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and overcoming fears.
Encourages adventure and exploring new challenges.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative.
Ideal for boosting confidence and creativity.

Mia Mayhem Rides the Waves
Kara West, 2021
Award winning
Anna Hibiscus Series
Atinuke, 2020
112 pages
Why to read
Vivid depiction of contemporary African life.
Challenges and adventures enhance emotional intellect.
Encourages cultural awareness and appreciation.
Stimulates discussions on family and community values.

Anna Hibiscus Series
Atinuke, 2020
Tangled
Walt Disney Company, Lisa Ann Marsoli, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, adventurous tale sparks imagination and joy.
Rapunzel's journey teaches resilience and bravery.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for bonding over shared reading sessions.

Tangled
Walt Disney Company, Lisa Ann Marsoli, 2015
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.
