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Friendship Stories for Kids

Explore Friendship Stories made for young readers and classrooms. Discover curated children’s books and matching illustrations that bring Friendship Stories to life—perfect for parents, teachers, librarians, and curious kids.

Browse age-appropriate picks, meet creators, and find read-alouds, classroom favorites, and bedtime gems—all themed around Friendship Stories.

Kitty Arceneaux

Dyani's Adventures

Kitty Arceneaux
🌟 AWARD-WINNING BOOK 🌟Step into the colorful world of Dyani’s Adventure, where curiosity leads the way and every corner holds a new discovery. Dyani feels a stirring in her spirit—a longing to explore beyond the familiar streets of her hometown. With courage in her heart, she sets off to see what lies beyond her block.Along the way, Dyani meets Melo, Yoli, Pilar, Navya, and many others—each with unique stories, traditions, and cultures to share. From the local library to lively markets, she uncovers the richness of the world and begins to wonder: Could the diversity she seeks be closer than she imagined?Join Dyani on a heartwarming journey of friendship, cultural discovery, and t...
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Dance, Dance to a Winter Sunrise

CWENSLEY

Dance, Dance to a Winter Sunrise is a children’s picture book that follows a group of children through a full winter day, from sunrise to sunset. The story captures the magic of winter through moments of play, wonder, discovery, and celebration, with vivid, colourful illustrations complementing expressive, lyrical language.

 

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Atomic Fringe

Orion Friday

"Extraordinary characters headline this brisk, unputdownable SF romp." – Kirkus Reviews

Stranger Things meets The Iron Giant in this exciting middle-grade sci-fi adventure.

Join Mattie James and her friends as they evade government agents while struggling to repair a damaged robot that is the key to stopping an alien monster called the T-Max.

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Sherrie Todd-Beshore

Book1 Mosquito Creek Inn

Sherrie Todd-Beshore
Some people might think that life in a small Montana town would be quiet even predictable, but those people would be so very, very wrong about Mosquito Creek... Sonia Molosky's school summer break and those of her best friends begins to shift after an insurance investigator arrives in town to settle the vast estate of a young heiress who disappeared seven years before. After Sonia discovers the contents of a suitcase behind a hidden door at the back of her mother's closet, she convinces six of her pals [Mia, Gordon, Joey, Hanna, Leif & Stephen] to help her search for new clues to the unsolved mystery. Curiosity soon escalates events to an unexpected discovery that challenges their untest...
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Clarksdale's Secret Santa

Mary Clark Dalton

Georgia was excited as she ran home from school. She had only been in Clarksdale for six months, and already she had a new best friend named Carrie. Today she heard the best news ever! Clarksdale has their own secret Santa! Imagine that! There was just one problem for her, the monster who lived next door. Oh, she had never seen him, but the kids at school all talked about him. He never comes out except at night; no one has ever seen his face! She always ran past his house. No, she wasn't going to let him ruin her excitement. She had more important things to think about, like what did she want Clarksdale's secret Santa to bring her.

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The Big Bad Wolf’s Birthday: He huffed and he puffed, and he blew out the flame

Andrew Robert Abel

A hilarious sequel to the classic tale of the Three Little Pigs!

Years after the house-blowing incident, our wolf has gone vegan and befriended the pigs. Now it's his birthday, and the party is full of laughs. Watch as he huffs and puffs to blow up balloons, receives ironic gifts, and enjoys a vegan feast.

Packed with clever references and witty twists, this rhyming story will delight both kids and adults. It's perfect for children aged 4-10, fans of fractured fairy tales, and anyone who loves a good redemption story with a side of humor.

Get ready for a birthday bash like no other – where the Wolf that was Bad turns out to be the pigs’ new best friend.

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Hello 2nd Grade Book for Kids: Back to School Story for Children Fun Classroom Adventures, Friendship and Kindness, Perfect First Day of Second Grade Read Aloud, Illustrated Story book

Samantha Louziandra
📚 Welcome to Second Grade – A Fun, Heartwarming Back-to-School Story for Kids Ages 6-8!Hello 2nd Grade Book for Kids is a delightful and beautifully illustrated back-to-school storybook that captures the excitement, nerves, and joy of starting a brand-new school year. Perfect for children entering second grade, this charming tale follows the first day of school through the eyes of a curious and brave young student who discovers that new classrooms, new teachers, and new friends can lead to unforgettable adventures.Whether it’s meeting new classmates, finding a seat in the busy classroom, or learning the rules of a new teacher, this second grade storybook for kids turns each moment int...
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Book About Being Humble For Kids: The Humble Hipppo | Learning About Humility, Bragging, Kindness, Emotions & Feelings: For Toddlers & Children | SEL Friendly | Values & Friendship

Autumn McKinley
The Humble Hippo Kids Books About Feelings SEL Books for KidsMeet Hugo the Hippo, a big-hearted friend who loves to win, show off, and brag… until he learns an important lesson: true happiness comes from humility, kindness, and friendship.The Humble Hippo is a gentle, heartwarming story that helps children understand emotions, values, and what it really means to be humble. Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers looking for kids books about feelings and books about being humble for kids, this story is both fun and meaningful for little readers.✨ Why kids (and adults) love this book:A relatable story that introduces humility in a simple, child-friendly wayEncourages conversations ab...
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Kara LaReau

The Jolly Regina (The Unintentional Adventures of the Bland Sisters Book 1)

Kara LaReau
In the spirit of A Series of Unfortunate Events and the Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place series, The Unintentional Adventures of the Bland Sisters will captivate middle-grade readers looking for humor, hijinks, and a swashbuckling good time. Meet Jaundice and Kale Bland, two sisters who avoid excitement at any cost. Together, they patiently await the return of their parents, who left on an errand years ago and have never returned.One day, the Bland sisters are kidnapped by an all-female band of pirates. They’re unwillingly swept into a high-seas romp that might just lead to solving the mystery of what happened to their parents. With whimsical illustrations and Roald Dahl–esque wit, ...
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James Moseley

The Days of Creation by Heart: Teaching Children How God Made the World (Bible by Heart)

James Moseley
Help your child discover the wonder of God’s Creation through playful rhymes, vibrant illustrations, and hands-on creativity.The first of seventeen books in the Bible by Heart series, The Days of Creation by Heart is an interactive activity book that brings God’s story of Creation to life for young readers.With joyful nursery rhymes, captivating illustrations, and seven dedicated activity pages, children are invited to draw how they imagine each day of Creation, helping them grasp and remember the biblical account from Genesis 1 and 2. The book also includes full Scripture passages and a theologically sound guide for parents and teachers.This creative experience not only builds biblical ...
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Wings of the Lily Pond: A Comforting Children's Book About Loss, Hope, and Healing

Nicole Pasquariello
Wings of the Lily Pond is a tender and uplifting picture book that gently explores themes of love, loss, transformation, and hope.Beneath the still waters of a quiet pond, little Bella and her mama, Krystal, share a beautiful bond—curled up together in a cozy underwater hollow filled with dreams. But as Bella begins to wonder about the world above the lily pads, their story unfolds into a magical journey of discovery, bravery, and transformation.This poetic tale follows their hand-in-hand ascent from the water to the sky, where they emerge as shimmering dragonflies, finding peace in their new wings and reminding us all that love never fades—it only transforms.🌿 A meaningful story for ...
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Suzanne Lang

Grumpy Monkey School Stinks!: A Graphic Novel (Grumpy Monkey Graphic Novels)

Suzanne Lang
An original graphic novel based on the #1 New York Times bestselling Grumpy Monkey picture books, perfect for children who are ready for longer storylines and hilarious dialogue. This time, Jim Panzee is going back to school. And he is NOT pleased.During a game of hide-and-seek, Jim Panzee causes a real stink. Literally. He walks right into Polecat’s log to hide and instead gets covered in Polecat’s smelly spray. His friends remind Jim that if he’d paid attention in class, he’d have learned to identify animals by their footprints. So it’s back to school for Jim!Guess what! School can be fun—once you get into the swing of it! But when Jim finds himself failing, his best friend, No...
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