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By Kevin Henkes
Sheila Rae The Brave
A mouse both boastful and fearless, Sheila Rae decides to go home from school by taking a new route.
Rating: ****
Even the bravest of mice can get scared, but with the help of a friend or sister in this case these fears can be conquered.
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By Sue Heap
Four Friends Together
A lighthearted tribute to story time and the fidgety little listeners whose humorous squirming is portrayed
Rating: ****
There’s not much to this story but it does show the value of friendship very nicely.
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By Carol Greene
Where is that Cat
While trying to give away the cat she has found, Miss Perkins gradually grows fond enough of him that she decides to keep him.
Rating: *****
A really sweet store. Your preschooler will have fun trying to find the hiding cat in each photo
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By Valeri Gorbachev
Chicken Chickens
On their first visit to a playground, two little chickens are afraid to play until a beaver helps them go down the slide.
Rating: *****
A lot of children are afraid of trying new things. This book shows how friendship and trust in others can help overcome those fears.
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By Helen Cooper
Pumpkin Soup
What’s cooking in the old white cabin? Pumpkin Soup. The best you ever tasted! Made by the Cat who slices up the pumpkin. Made by the Squirrel who stirs in the water. Made by the Duck who scoops up the salt, and tips in just enough. But one day the Duck wants to stir. Then there is trouble, a horrible squabble, and the Duck waddles away.In this funny, observant, and highly original story, three animal companions discover the ups and downs of friendship and sharing, and what really makes the Pumpkin Soup taste so good.
Rating: *****
A great book to talk about sharing, job roles and even responsibilities and friendships.
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By Rainy Dohaney
Tinka
Tinka, a sheep the size of a cupcake, feels left out because she is so small, until a friendly crow helps her discover that size doesn’t matter.
Rating: ****
A beautifully illustrated book about friendship and pride.
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