The New Friend

Name: The New Friend
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781990252013
Price: 29.99 NZD
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By Charlotte Zolotow

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Summary

The New Friend by Charlotte Zolotow is a charming children's story that explores themes of friendship and change. It follows the journey of a young child who meets a new friend, offering gentle insights into the emotions and experiences of welcoming someone new into their life. Through simple, heartfelt narrative and illustrations, the book conveys the joys and occasional challenges of forming new friendships.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this charming children's story if you appreciate tales about friendship and change, filled with gentle illustrations and touching exploration of emotions. The book beautifully captures how children navigate the challenges of welcoming new friends while dealing with feelings of jealousy and acceptance. If you enjoy heartwarming stories with relatable characters and themes, this book could be a delightful addition to your collection.

The New Friend

"A child reminisces about the many joyful and playful moments she used to share with her dear old buddy, who has made a new friend. But although she is sad, she finds the strength to keep her head high and sets out to find a new playmate."--

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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 joyful and playful moments she used to share with her dear old buddy, who has made a new friend. But although she is sad, she finds the strength to keep her head high and sets out to find a new playmate.

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The New Friend by Charlotte Zolotow is praised for its emotional honesty in depicting a common childhood experience of abruptly losing a close friendship. The narrative is introspective, capturing the narrator's feelings of anger and sadness with clarity. The updated illustrations provide a vintage charm, complementing a hopeful story that resonates with many readers while avoiding overly sentimental conclusions.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781990252013

Publisher: Comme des geants inc.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 09 December 2021

Country: Canada

Imprint: Milky Way

Contributors:

Illustrated by Benjamin Chaud

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 273.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 44

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Charlotte Zolotow Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Iconic American author Charlotte Zolotow (1915–2013) was also a poet, editor, and publisher of over 70 picture books for children. Her work was published by more than 20 different houses (many of which she has outlived!). In 1998, the Charlotte Zolotow Award, which recognizes outstanding writing in a published picture book, was created. Benjamin Chaud was born in the Hautes-Alpes and studied drawing and applied arts at both the Arts Appliqués in Paris and the Arts Décoratifs in Strasbourg. His work has received multiple awards and his books have been recommended by the New York Times. He is also a three-time nominee for the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award (2017, 2018, and 2020). Chaud has worked with numerous publishers, including Albin Michel and Actes Sud, and his award-winning books have been translated into over 20 languages.

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