Books with title Lilly Makes a Friend

Exuberant Jo March never sits still. Whether she's racing against boys or scribbling and acting in her latest play, Jo is always active and creative. So when Aunt March asks her to befriend Pauline Wheeler, Jo can't believe that the girl spends every day cooped up in her bedroom. True, Pauline is blind and utterly dependent on her governess, but her fear of life exhausts Jo's patience. The two girls simply have nothing in common--until they're caught in a snow squall that changes their lives.

******AWARD-WINNING FINALIST, 2017 INTERNATIONAL BOOK AWARDS******Review by Marisa RoseTiny Makes a Friend by Eva Schmidler is a chapter book geared towards early, independent readers. The story is separated into four chapters chronicling the friendship between a mouse, Tiny, and a tiger, Toby, living on a nature reserve. The two start out as strangers and quickly become quick friends after Tiny bravely enters Tobys cage. The rest of the story focuses on the maturation of the unlikely pair as well as the evolvement of their friendship. The illustrations in Tiny Makes a Friend are subtle and dont serve as the main focus of the book. Rather, the black and white, sketch-like drawings usually take up less than half a page and act as a basic visual aid. The images convey important scenes and characters from the story; however, they are more an accessory to the narrative than an important element of the book. That being said, the ratio between illustrations and wording, along with the illustrators refrain from childish images is impressive and clearly considers the maturity level of the older audience this book caters to. The story of Tiny the Mouse and Toby the Tiger is wholesome and engaging. The unlikely pair serve well as a means for conveying messages about friendship, overcoming differences, trust, and the realities of growing up. The topics in this book are nothing new, yet the author provides a more in-depth look at these themes than one would expect to find in a typical picture book. For example, when Toby is going through a particularly rough time with his new handler, the story stresses that by simply listening to Toby's explanation of his problems and trying to empathize with his feelings, Tiny is a great comfort to his friend. At approximately seventy pages, this picture book is more suitable for young, independent readers or early readers helped along by an adult. The story of Tiny and Toby is followed by a set of twenty discussion questions related to the main themes and events in the story. The authors use of language, illustrations and discussion questions are appropriate for the suggested age of seven to twelve-year-olds; however, some of the subject matter and writing may seem juvenile for readers at the older end of the suggested age range. Tiny Makes a Friend is a refreshing read that will be enjoyed by children and adults alike. The author does a wonderful job handling the subject matter and illustrations in a more complicated manner than is typical of the genre. For the well-rounded story, simplistically-mature illustrations, and thoughtful discussion questions, I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. This book is sure to appeal to young, independent readers wishing to challenge their reading abilities with a beginner chapter book.www.tinymakesafriendbook.com

Ally has had the same friends every year since she started school. She loves how well they know each other, that they like all of the same things, and that they have become familiar. When a new student starts school, those same friends quickly point out everything different about the newcomer. Follow Ally on her rhyming adventure as she stands up against bullying, and discovers that accepting the differences in others will bring her new friends.

Maya Makes A Friend spreads the message of acceptance, awareness, and kindness for all children. Written in kid-friendly language with digital illustrations, this book tells the story of a little girl named Maya who goes to the park with her mom. When Maya notices another child with a wheelchair, she has questions for her mom. Maya’s mom encourages Maya to talk to the other child and they quickly become friends. This is a great book to teach about differences. Talking PointsThe last page of the book offers talking points to open a line of communication with children to discuss disabilities. Use these talking points to start a conversation about acceptance, kindness, and respect. No two people are the same. Some differences you can see and others are not noticeable. A disability is only one characteristic of a person. Everyone has likes and dislikes, strengths and challenges. Children can be born disabled or become disabled from an accident or illness. You can't "catch" a disability from someone else, and you shouldn’t be scared of someone with a disability. Just because someone has a physical disability like a part or parts of the body that does not work well, it does not mean they necessarily have a thinking disability.Children with disabilities can do many of the things every other child does, but it might take them a little longer. They may need assistance or special equipment to help them.Great for Classrooms:Whether you are a principal, classroom teacher, guidance counselor, social worker, or librarian, this picture book will enrich the learning experience and answer any questions from curious children by teaching differences and acceptance. Meet the Authors:Heather and Kate are both moms, teachers, and authors. The idea for Someone Special Books Series came about when Heather's daughter, Maya, was heading off to preschool. Maya was born with a rare metabolic condition called Propionic Acidemia and Heather wanted to make sure her peers and teachers understood how to keep Maya safe, happy, and healthy in school. Heather created a picture book to share with the class that explained her condition. The book was so helpful, the Someone Special Books Series was created to help spread the message of acceptance, awareness, and kindness for all children.

Amy March wants to be a great artist. She's got the talent; now all she needs is a way to afford art lessons. Her solution: befriend her rich and snobby classmate, Jenny Snow, who'll then invite Amy to sit in on her private art instructions. But Jenny can't be bothered with Amy's friendly overtures--until Diana Hughes, a new and extremely wealthy girl, chooses Amy as her friend. Now, Amy thinks Jenny will like her too. But the price of art lessons may be higher than Amy ever imagined....

Arlo, the adorable armadillo star of Just Like Me, returns. And once again, kids will relate to the popular character as he faces some common childhood situations: moving to a new home, trying to make friends, and dealing with bullies. Even though the burrow where Arlo’s family now lives is cozy and comfy, he’s lonely without anyone to play with. Even worse, his first journey into the neighborhood forest doesn’t go too well. First, a mean snake keeps pelting him with mangoes. Then, as Arlo’s digging an underground hide-out to avoid getting hit, he has a run-in with a very bossy rabbit named Jack. But when the snake threatens them both, Arlo and Jack realize that maybe two are better than one and a brand-new friendship is born.

Romantic Meg March is thrilled when she's asked to sing at Lily Prescott's wedding. She practices with extra care because she loves the bride and wants the celebration to be beautiful. But as soon as Meg meets the groom's much younger sister, Julia Thorpe, the two girls clash. Meg can't believe that Julia dislikes Lily and is angry when Julia changes the wedding song seconds before the ceremony. What's worse, when the wedding couple takes off on their honeymoon, Julia comes to stay at the Marches! Meg watches as Julia charms all of her sisters--as she seems to take Meg's place in their hearts. It's time for a showdown that will make Meg and Julia enemies for life, or turn enemies into special friends.

A favorite Max & Ruby story now available in a padded board book format! Ruby introduces Max to Fred, a new little bunny. Ruby thinks the two will have fun playing together while she works on a Bunny Scout sign. But Fred doesn't want to share and keeps taking Max's toys! Eventually, Max and Fred find a way to play together--and even help Ruby decorate her sign!

Beth March would do just about anything to help someone in need. She's kind-hearted, loyal, and caring. So when she catches Sean O'Neill stealing apples from Aunt March's garden, Beth listens to the hungry boy's sad story. She's moved to hear that Sean's widowed mother and younger siblings are immigrants from poverty-stricken Ireland. But times are hard in Massachusetts too. Sean's mother has been ill and out of work, and with sisters and brothers to care for, Sean has had to scrape up food for them any way he can. Promising to help, Beth gives him whatever food and old clothes her family can spare. It's not enough. Beth's big plan: stealing from wealthy Aunt March. But Sean's own thieving forces Beth to question what being a true friend really means--and together they discover generosity in someone who seems the most cold-hearted.

Mavis’s little rotten egg hatches into a mischievous creature in this zany Level 2 Ready-to-Read based on an episode of the hit Disney Channel show Hotel Transylvania: The Series.Mavis is eager to prove she can take care of a living creature and rescues a so-called “bad egg” from Quasimodo’s clutches. Mavis raises little Weggsley until he hatches and soon has a vampire-eating, bad little egg on her hands. What will Mavis do? ™ & © 2018 Sony Pictures Animation Inc. All Rights Reserved.