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Friendly Faces

Cover of the book, "Enemy Pie": an illustrated smiling boy above a pile of pies, against colorful background.
CANDACE DIPSEY FOR TIME FOR KIDS

Friendship is a theme in many books. Some teach lessons in kindness. Others remind us how nice it is to have a buddy. Here are three of TFK’s favorites.

Enemy Pie

Author Derek Munson’s book teaches you how to deal with an enemy. The main character does not like Jeremy, his new neighbor. Jeremy is “Enemy Number One.” Luckily, Dad knows how to deal with enemies. He cooks up some enemy pie. This secret recipe changes everything.

The Invisible Boy

Cover of the book, "The Invisible Boy": an illustrated boy wearing glasses and drawing a line with chalk, against a colorful background.
CANDACE DIPSEY FOR TIME FOR KIDS

How does it feel to not be noticed? Brian knows too well. No one thinks to include him. Even the teacher seems to overlook him. Classmates don’t notice that Brian is smart, creative, and kind. Then a new kid comes to school. This book by Trudy Ludwig shows the difference an act of kindness can make.

George and Martha

Cover of the book, "George and Martha": an illustration of two hippos, on a colorful background.
CANDACE DIPSEY FOR TIME FOR KIDS

George and Martha is a series by James Marshall. The books contain short stories about two hippos who are best friends. They remind us that life is better with a pal. Readers learn the importance of being honest with friends. They learn that anything can be fun with someone by your side.