Old Friends

Written by Margaret Aitken · Illustrated by Lenny Wen

A young girl seeks friendship in unexpected places, discovering age is no barrier.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Marjorie longs for a friend who shares her love for baking, knitting, and gardening. Disguised with flour and lavender, she infiltrates a Senior Citizens Group. But when her cover is blown during a dance, Marjorie learns that true friendship transcends age. Can she find her place among these unexpected companions?

From the publisher

Paired with colorful and vibrant art by Lenny Wen, Old Friends by Margaret Aitken is an inventive and heartfelt debut picture book that celebrates found family, caregiving, and the value of intergenerational friendships.Marjorie wants a friend who loves the same things she does: baking shows, knitting, and gardening. Someone like Granny. So with a sprinkle of flour in her hair and a spritz of lavender perfume, Marjorie goes undercover to the local Senior Citizens Group. It all goes well until the Cha-Cha-Cha starts and her cardigan camouflage goes sideways. By being true to herself, Marjorie learns that friends can be of any age if you look in the right places. A Bill Martin, Jr. Picture Book Award NomineeA 2023 Maine Literary Award Finalist

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