A Splendid Friend, Indeed
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Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2005 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

A Splendid Friend, Indeed

Written by Suzanne Bloom

Part of the Goose and Bear Stories series

Can a quiet bear and a chatty goose find friendship despite their differences?

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32 pages· 99 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud· 150L
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Bookroo's summary

Bear loves solitude and books, while Goose can't stop talking. Their personalities clash, but can they discover the true meaning of friendship? This delightful tale explores how two very different creatures might find common ground and learn to appreciate each other's unique qualities. As Bear seeks peace and Goose craves conversation, young readers will wonder: can opposites really attract, and what does it take to be a true friend? Join Bear and Goose on their heartwarming journey to find out if their differences can bring them closer together.

From the publisher

Bear wants to read and write and think. Goose wants to talk and talk and talk. Can Bear and Goose be friends? Suzanne Bloom’s picture book says volumes about friendship with a few select words and charming illustrations in this Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book.

Awards

Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor (2006)
At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
99
Reading age
2–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
150L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
0.7
F&P level
~E
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
177737
Publication
Published
March 1, 2005
Publisher
Astra Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781590782866

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