My Friend Maggie

By Hannah E. Harrison

Friendship tested by peer pressure and betrayal. Will true loyalty prevail?

5.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 647 ratings

40 pages· 147 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Paula and Maggie's friendship faces a test when mean girl Veronica influences Paula to abandon Maggie. As Paula navigates new friendships, she learns the harsh reality of betrayal. When Veronica turns on Paula, will Maggie stand by her side? This heartfelt tale explores the challenges of fitting in and the enduring power of true friendship.

From the publisher

“Paula and Maggie are best friends until Paula starts playing with some new friends instead, but when her new playmates turn on her, it’s Maggie who rushes to Paula’s defense”

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 40
Words: 147
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 400L

Themes & topics

Books about making friends Books about courage Books about friendship Books about bullying Books about social themes

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What readers & critics say

Reviews

5.6

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5.3

“This is a great book about friendship. It is more important to be a good friend than to be liked by the popular kids.”

Mom of Boys

Trusted reviewer

6.0

“Hannah E. Harrison's illustrations are always so detailed and wonderfully colorful and expressive and this book is no exception. This books reminds us that participating in bullying may make you feel part of the in-crowd initially, but bullies are rarely nice for long, even to their "friends," and it's far better to be true to our true friends from the get-go. The message is fantastic, and I really appreciated the little example of forgiveness included as well.”

Marmee

Trusted reviewer

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