Thursday, 18 October 2012

A splendid friend, indeed



        Author: Suzanne Bloom
        Publisher: Boyds Mills Press
        Publication Date: 2005
        Reading Level: 3-7 Year Olds
        Pages: 32









Bloom brings a very sweet and warm story about a furry bear and rubber-bodied goose.  Polar bear gradually get sick of Goose's interruption by asking questions during reading, writing or thinking.  The story ends with Bear hugging Goose after reading Goose's note written " You are my splendid friend".  Two characters are vividly expressed against deep blue backgrounds.  Bloom perfects the story with humorous and friendly dialogue and creates a wonderful pastel illustration for young readers to learn befriending with each other.

Award Winners
  • ALA Notable Children's Books - Younger Readers Category: 2006 

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