Friendship How to Make, Keep, and Grow Your Friendships (Stories, Poems, Interviews, Advice, gifts to make and give your friends)
Lauren Calhoun, Ashley Cofe Flynn Berry
Friendship How to Make, Keep, and Grow Your Friendships (Stories, Poems, Interviews, Advice, gifts to make and give your friends)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
How to Make, Keep, and Grow Your Friendships. Friendship
by Lauren Calhoun, Ashley Cofe Flynn Berry
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
The smell of crayons and the soft rustle of paper fill the room as laughter bubbles up between friends. Every page invites you to explore the magic of making new friends and keeping them close through stories, poems, and fun activities. Feel the warmth of friendship grow with every word and craft, lighting up your heart.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book offers middle-grade readers practical guidance on building and maintaining friendships through a mix of stories, poems, interviews, and interactive activities. It encourages social skills development and emotional understanding, making it suitable for children ages 9 to 12. The content is gentle and supportive, focusing on positive relationship building without any challenging themes.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780439204989
- Pages
- 100
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction