Cranky Makes a Friend

In this second picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and acclaimed picture book author Phuc Tran’s bestselling Cranky series, Cranky is feeling extra cranky when a new crane joins the crew.

There’s a new crane on the construction site! His name is Lefty and he's the opposite of Cranky—smiley, talkative, and a jokester. Everything Lefty does makes Cranky feel extra cranky. But everyone else seems to love him. What if Cranky's friends like Lefty more than him?

Find out how self-acceptance and a supportive crew help one cranky truck make a new friend in this humorous story about big trucks, big feelings, and even bigger friendships. With Phuc Tran’s hilarious text and Pete Oswald’s bold, expressive illustrations, this read is perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey and construction vehicles.

What happens when the new guy is everything you’re not?
Navigating Big Feelings: When happy-go-lucky Lefty joins the crew, Cranky feels grumpy, left out, and jealous. A perfect tool for talking about tough emotions.Making a New Friend: Lefty is a talker and a jokester, and Cranky just wants to be left alone. Watch as these two opposite cranes learn to work together as a team.The Power of Being Yourself: Cranky tries to smile and be fun like Lefty, but it just makes his pistons ping! His friends Zippy and Wheezy help him see that being himself is more than enough.Funny Construction Vehicles: With vehicle puns that will make kids giggle and bold, expressive art from a #1 bestselling illustrator, this book is a job site favorite.