4 Great Kids Books Celebrating Friendship

Who makes life better? A friend. These books celebrate adventures, admiration, courage and even squabbles with different types of friends.

Better Together! by Amy Robach. A family of squirrels and a family of chipmunks must find ways to live together after a big storm–which isn’t always easy since they are different from each other. Can they learn to be friends? Recommended for infants.

Sorry (Really Sorry) by Joanna Cotler. Cow's bad mood spreads to the entire farm. Can a sweet dog turn it around? Young readers learn how being really sorry makes a huge difference. Recommended for toddlers.

Maybe Maybe Marisol Rainey by Erin Entrada Kelly. Marisol and Jada are best friends. Together, they enjoy summer, confront their fears (like finally climbing a big tree), and celebrate the joys of friendship. Recommended for elementary schoolers.

Growing Pangs by Growing Pangs. Katie and Kacey are best friends- until Kacey starts acting weird. A new graphic novel explores fitting in, anxiety and letting go. Recommended for tweens.