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The New Friend

Written by Charlotte Zolotow & illustrated by Benjamin Chaud

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3 - 7

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Nov 2, 2021

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What's The New Friend About

Publisher Summary

A Kirkus Best Picture Book of the Year A poignant evocation of childhood pain and jealousy at the desertion of a best friend, with a message of optimism and empowerment A child reminisces about the many moments of joy and playfulness he used to share with his dear old companion, who has, sadly, made a new friend. Although he is sad, he finds the strength to keep his head high and sets out to find a new playmate.

What Kind of Book is The New Friend

Topics

friendship feelings and emotions social themes new experiences sadness memory

Genres

classics fiction

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The Creatives Behind the Book

Author

Charlotte Zolotow

CHARLOTTE ZOLOTOW wrote more than seventy books, many of which are picture book classics. She is survived by her truly extraordinary legacy

Illustrator

Benjamin Chaud

Benjamin Chaud is the author and illustrator of New York Times Notable Book The Bear’s Song, The Bear’s Sea Escape, and The Bear’s Surprise. He is also the illustrator of A Funny Thing Hap- pened on the Way to School …, The Truth About My Unbelievable School …, and I Didn’t Do My Homework Because …, for which there are 21 foreign editions to date. He lives in the South of France.

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