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Little Blue Truck Makes a Friend

A Friendship Book for Kids
By Alice Schertle
Series: Little Blue Truck
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Little Blue Truck Makes a Friend by Alice Schertle is a delightful children's book that follows the charming Little Blue Truck as he encounters a new vehicle in town. Through a series of friendly interactions, the truck teaches the values of kindness and friendship, emphasising how reaching out to others can lead to lasting connections. It's a heartwarming tale of inclusivity and cooperation that young readers will enjoy.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate charming tales of friendship and teamwork, with engaging rhymes and delightful illustrations that capture young imaginations. Perfect for children, the story promotes themes of kindness and cooperation, making it an enjoyable read for both kids and parents alike.

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Welcome a new friend to the farm with the #1 New York Times bestselling Little Blue Truck!

Beep! Making new friends can be scary at first but being kind and helping others feel welcome is always the right move.

Luckily, Blue knows just the thing to help his friends, old and new, feel at home!

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Welcome a new friend to the farm with the #1 New York Times bestselling Little Blue Truck!

Beep! Beep! Have you heard the news? There is someone new on the farm!

All the animals are nervous and excited about meeting a new friend—what will he be like? Does he neigh like a horse or oink like a pig? Does he have fur or feathers? Does he swim? Does he fly? Making new friends can be scary at first, but being kind and helping others feel welcome is always the right move.

Luckily, Blue knows just the thing to help his friends, old and new, feel at home! Little Blue Truck's "Beep!" was loud and clear: We are very glad you're here!

Series: Little Blue Truck

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    Little Blue Truck Feeling Happy: A Touch-and-Feel Book
    A touch-and-feel board book starring the New York Times #1 bestselling Little Blue Truck! Soft and woolly, shiny and smooth... this Little Blue Truck book for the youngest fan provides fun and sensory exploration, while gently sharing that we don’t have to be the same to be the best of ourselves—and the best of friends. The touch-and-feel format for Little...
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  • Little Blue Truck Makes a Friend
    Welcome a new friend to the farm with the #1 New York Times bestselling Little Blue Truck! Beep! Beep! Have you heard the news? There is someone new on the farm! All the animals are nervous and excited about meeting a new friend—what will he be like? Does he neigh like a horse or oink like a pig? Does he...
    By Alice Schertle
    Hardback
    $2700
    Elsewhere:
    $2999
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  • Good Night, Little Blue Truck
    Good Night, Little Blue Truck
    Say good night with Little Blue Truck and friends as they prepare for bed in this board book edition of the #1 New York Times bestseller! Beep! Beep! Beep! It's time for sleep! A storm is brewing and Little Blue Truck and his good friend Toad are hurrying home for bed. But who can sleep with all that racket? It’s...
    By Alice Schertle
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Little Blue Truck Makes a Friend has been praised for its charming storytelling and delightful illustrations, making it a perfect choice for preschoolers. The book presents a brave and helpful character, evoking nostalgia and values such as growth and self-acceptance. With its engaging rhymes and sounds, it is deemed excellent for read-aloud sessions, offering messages of inclusivity and warmth.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780358722823

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 October 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Clarion Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jill McElmurry

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 349g

Pages: 40

Collections

Alice Schertle Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: Little Blue Truck

About the Author

Alice Schertle is an award-winning poet whose books for children include All You Need for a Snowman and New York Times bestseller Good Night, Little Blue Truck. She lives in Plainfield, Massachusetts.

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  • On Sale
    17% off
    Little Blue Truck Feeling Happy: A Touch-and-Feel Book
    A touch-and-feel board book starring the New York Times #1 bestselling Little Blue Truck! Soft and woolly, shiny and smooth... this Little Blue Truck book for the youngest fan provides fun and sensory exploration, while gently sharing that we don’t have to be the same to be the best of ourselves—and the best of friends. The touch-and-feel format for Little...
    By Alice Schertle
    Board book
    $1900
    Usually:
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    In Stock
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  • Good Night, Little Blue Truck
    Good Night, Little Blue Truck
    Say good night with Little Blue Truck and friends as they prepare for bed in this board book edition of the #1 New York Times bestseller! Beep! Beep! Beep! It's time for sleep! A storm is brewing and Little Blue Truck and his good friend Toad are hurrying home for bed. But who can sleep with all that racket? It’s...
    By Alice Schertle
    Board book
    $1800
    Elsewhere:
    $2299
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  • Little Blue Truck
    Little Blue Truck by Alice Schertle is a charming tale of friendship, teamwork, and the joys of helping others. As Blue, a small but cheerful blue truck, leisurely drives through the countryside, he greets all his farmyard friends along the way. Blue's journey is abruptly interrupted when a big, important dumper truck speeds by, full of pride and hurry. In...
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