Hi, folks. I'm sure you've all been busy helping to foster new friendships in your classrooms as the school year begins. I thought I'd help you out by turning you onto these new friendship-themed books.
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Hopper and Wilson
Written by Maria Van Lieshout
Published by Philomel
A mouse and elephant set off to find the edge of the world, but are separated by a sudden squall. Because of their strong bond of friendship, Wilson the mouse searches persistently for Hopper and in the end they are reunited.
A House in the Woods
Written by Inga Moore
Published by Candlewick Press
A beautifully illustrated tale of animal friends who work together to solve an overcrowding problem.
Pirates and Princesses
Written by Jill Kargman and Sadie Kargman
Published by Dutton
Friends since birth, Ivy and Fletch don't just adapt to the new social situation they find in kindergarten, where boys and girls segregate themselves on the playground, but help change it for the better.
Classroom Tips
I hope these tips inspire you as you help your students build the foundation for strong friendships. As always, feel free to write in with your ideas and your favorite friendship titles. I look forward to hearing from you.
Hi, folks. I'm sure you've all been busy helping to foster new friendships in your classrooms as the school year begins. I thought I'd help you out by turning you onto these new friendship-themed books.
Â
Hopper and Wilson
Written by Maria Van Lieshout
Published by Philomel
A mouse and elephant set off to find the edge of the world, but are separated by a sudden squall. Because of their strong bond of friendship, Wilson the mouse searches persistently for Hopper and in the end they are reunited.
A House in the Woods
Written by Inga Moore
Published by Candlewick Press
A beautifully illustrated tale of animal friends who work together to solve an overcrowding problem.
Pirates and Princesses
Written by Jill Kargman and Sadie Kargman
Published by Dutton
Friends since birth, Ivy and Fletch don't just adapt to the new social situation they find in kindergarten, where boys and girls segregate themselves on the playground, but help change it for the better.
Classroom Tips
I hope these tips inspire you as you help your students build the foundation for strong friendships. As always, feel free to write in with your ideas and your favorite friendship titles. I look forward to hearing from you.