Share the Gift of Friendship
Extend your hand of friendship to others who may be alone or feel alone, and tell others how much you care about them.
Book Recommendations
Child aged 0 to 4 Book: Lost and Found by Oliver Jeffers
A story of a sad penguin, and the boy who tried to help him. Is the penguin sad because he’s truly lost, or is he just lonely? A wonderful story for young readers about the value of having a friend and not being/feeling alone.
Find this book at your local library: Cambridge, Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, Waterloo
Child aged 4 to 8 Book: A Mama for Owen by Marion Dane Bauer
Based on the tsunami of 2004, this story depicts an unlikely friendship between a baby hippo and a tortoise. A very touching story of friendship, love, and the desire to have a bond with someone. Beautiful pictures illustrate this heartwarming story.
Find this book at your local library: Cambridge, Kitchener, Region of Waterloo
Family Activities
- Make friendship bracelets together, and put words on them that describe your friends.
- Draw a picture for a friend.
- Talk to someone new at school.
- Invite a new friend over for a play date.
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