Almost Always Best, Best Friends
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- $10.99
Publisher Description
From the creator of the New York Times bestselling picture book Share Some Kindness, Bring Some Light comes a heartwarming new story about big feelings and the joy that comes from sharing friends.
Poppy is GREAT at being a best friend. She and her best, best friend Clementine spend EVERY DAY together making crafts, having adventures, and working on their bookmark business…Well, ALMOST every day. When Clementine spends an afternoon playing with someone new, Poppy fears she might be losing her best, best friend.
With some help from her dad, Poppy finds the words to share what’s in her heart with Clementine. But Poppy may not be the only one with hurt feelings. Together, Poppy and Clementine learn they don’t need to be afraid to talk about big feelings. And now with their friendship mended and stronger than ever, perhaps their dynamic duo has room to grow into a trio of best, best friends.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Poppy, a tutu-wearing tiger, and Clementine, a flower-adorned sheep, are BFFs, but when Clementine meets a new playmate, Poppy's thoughts spiral with anxious what-ifs, leading to an outburst during the besties' next playdate. With some careful coaching from Dad ("A real best friend wants to know how you feel. Why don't we practice what you're going to say, together?"), Poppy is persuaded to talk things out with Clementine. The emotionally honest exchange that ensues models conflict resolution, complete with active listening and mutual apologies. Predictably, the twosome soon become a trio, and Poppy realizes the wisdom of Dad's observation that "new things can be good." Narrated in the first person by Poppy and supported by cozy, loosely outlined watercolor and digital art, Stott's perceptive story offers an empathic approach to navigating hurt feelings and challenging social dynamics. Ages 4–8.
