A giant list of books about friendship the measured mom. Celebrate the friends in your life with this selection of books on friendship for kids ages 0 to 9. These books on friendship for kids will remind your child of the importance of being a good friend. Circle time is such a great time for children to learn the social skills of being together as a large group and to learn more about your friendship theme. The book thief by markus zusak, the last olympian by rick riordan, beast by jordan marie, the dearly beloved by cara w.
Some address the topic of diversity and friendship head on, while others do so more indirectly. Below is a wonderful collection of books that teach kids about friendship around the world. Being a good friend is an important skill that all children need to learn. Diy friendship books friendship theme, friendship activities. Shop childrens nonfiction social issues friendship books at alibris. Discover the best childrens friendship books in best sellers. Friendship themes in upper elementary novels friendshipsdeveloping them, growing them, and maintaining them is part of growing up. A theme can be found by answering one, or both, of these questions. Mar 12, 20 i intend to use these books and resources within my future classroom to show my students the importance of friendship. Dont worry, these twelve books arent instruction manuals on friendship or social. White, the invention of hugo cabret by brian selznick, the adventures of beekle. What does the protagonist learn about him or herself in the story. Readaloud lessons to foster friendships scholastic. Readalouds help children tap into their own feelings.
What does the protagonist learn to cope with in the story. I believe that friendship is something that every one needs to have in order to live a life worth lived and by me taking the time with theses books to show my future students how a friendship works will make me feel that i made an impact on their lives. Childrens nonfiction social issues friendship books alibris. Reading aloud picture books about friendship themes is a great way to begin discussions. Wendy mass entertainingly addresses themes of growing up, growing apart. Friendship week handprint crafts friendship is such a great theme for. Being an upper elementary teacher, mom, wife, sister, daughter, coach, and friend, i find that friendship is a focus of so much of my day.