My Friends

By Taro Gomi,

Book cover of My Friends

Book description

A little girl learns to walk, climb, and study the earth from her friends, most of whom are animals.

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Why read it?

1 author picked My Friends as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

All the books I’m drawn to have striking and beautiful illustrations and this one is no exception. I love the joyful and varied way that friendship is expressed in this board book. I purchased the book when my daughter was still in preschool (she’s in high school now), and the message of finding camaraderie in as many places as possible still resonates deeply.

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