Cranky Makes a Friend
Cranky Makes a Friend
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Cranky Makes a Friend

Written by Phuc Tran & illustrated by Pete Oswald
Part of the Cranky and Friends Book Series
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4 - 8
Reading age
32
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Feb 4, 2025
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In this second picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and acclaimed picture book author Phuc Tran’s bestselling Cranky series, Cranky is feeling extra cranky when a new crane joins the crew. There’s a new crane on the construction site! His name is Lefty and he’s the opposite of Cranky–smiley, talkative, and a jokester. Everything Lefty does makes Cranky feel extra cranky. But everyone else seems to love him. What if Cranky’s friends like Lefty more than him?Find out how self-acceptance and a supportive crew help one cranky truck make a new friend in this humorous story about big trucks, big feelings, and even bigger friendships. With Phuc Tran’s hilarious text and Pete Oswald’s bold, expressive illustrations, this read is perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey and construction vehicles.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780063256309
    Publication Date
    February 4, 2025
    Publisher
    HarperCollins
    Original Publication Date
    February 4, 2025
    Page Count
    32
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2024938104

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