Fun and Friendship | Calgary Public Library

by Morris, Maren

Book - 2024

Addie Ant is leaving the nest. She’s nervous, but she meets several friends along the way who offer encouragement, food, and a ride home. The support she ...Show more Addie Ant is leaving the nest. She’s nervous, but she meets several friends along the way who offer encouragement, food, and a ride home. The support she gets inspires her to plan future adventures. This is a story about finding the courage to explore new places and the friends you get help from along the way. The book also includes an author’s note about ants. Ages 4 – 7 Show less

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Ava Lin, Best Friend!

by Fang, Vicky

Book - 2024

If you would love to have a narwhal for a pet, then maybe you could be Ava Lin’s best friend! This heartwarming story follows Ava Lin as she navigates the...Show more If you would love to have a narwhal for a pet, then maybe you could be Ava Lin’s best friend! This heartwarming story follows Ava Lin as she navigates the challenges of finding — and being — a good friend. Through charming illustrations and engaging narrative, the book teaches important lessons about empathy, kindness, and the value of true friendship. Ages 5 – 8 Show less

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Between Two Windows

by Morris, Keisha

Book - 2024

Kayla and Mateo love to draw and send each other art using the clothesline strung between their apartment buildings. They draw anything and everything, fr...Show more Kayla and Mateo love to draw and send each other art using the clothesline strung between their apartment buildings. They draw anything and everything, from the traditional foods their families enjoy to fantasy worlds to go on adventures in. A celebration of art and multicultural friendship, this story has bright, inviting illustrations to go with carefully chosen text. Ages 4 – 8 Show less

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Bye Land, Bye Sea

by Spencer, Renae

Book - 2024

In this English/Spanish bilingual picture book tale of adventure, a girl stranded at sea and a boy on a deserted island try to find their way back to civi...Show more In this English/Spanish bilingual picture book tale of adventure, a girl stranded at sea and a boy on a deserted island try to find their way back to civilization. Although neither child speaks the other’s language, friendship transcends those linguistic barriers. Detailed illustrations and many simple phrases repeated in both languages make this an easy-to-follow and exciting read for children interested in learning new words in either language. Ages 4 – 8 Show less

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Growing Friendships

by Head, Honor

Book - 2021

This non-fiction book is a guide for children on building and maintaining healthy friendships. It offers practical advice, fun activities, and relatable s...Show more This non-fiction book is a guide for children on building and maintaining healthy friendships. It offers practical advice, fun activities, and relatable scenarios to help kids navigate social dynamics. With adorable animal photographs illustrating each page and highlighting each point, the book emphasizes the importance of communication, empathy, and mutual respect in forming lasting, positive relationships. Ages 6 – 10 Show less

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I Will Surprise My Friend!

by Willems, Mo

Book - 2008

Gerald and Piggie are opposites in many ways, but they are the best of friends. Both friends are determined to surprise the other and find themselves comi...Show more Gerald and Piggie are opposites in many ways, but they are the best of friends. Both friends are determined to surprise the other and find themselves coming up with the same idea, eagerly anticipating their friend's reaction. Young readers will delight in this humorous and relatable easy reader. Ages 5 – 7 Show less

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Leo + Lea

A Fibonacci Friendship

by Wesolowska, Monica

Book - 2021

In this endearing narrative where mathematics and nature converge, the magic of the Fibonacci sequence serves as the backdrop for a heartwarming tale. We ...Show more In this endearing narrative where mathematics and nature converge, the magic of the Fibonacci sequence serves as the backdrop for a heartwarming tale. We follow the journey of a young boy, fascinated by the world of numbers, and a girl, enchanted by the beauty of flowers. Their paths intertwine, weaving a story of connection and discovery that unfolds with the rhythm of the changing seasons. Ages 4 – 8 Show less

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Old Friends

by Aitken, Margaret

Book - 2022

Marjorie would like friends who are interested in baking and knitting like she is. She goes undercover at the local Senior Citizen's Group and finds frien...Show more Marjorie would like friends who are interested in baking and knitting like she is. She goes undercover at the local Senior Citizen's Group and finds friends there. This lovely picture book shows that friendship can bloom between any age group if you look in the right places. Ages 5 – 8 Show less

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Orris and Timble

The Beginning

by DiCamillo, Kate

Book - 2024

A rat, Timble, must decide if he should rescue a trapped owl, Orris, in spite of their status as natural enemies. This simple and warmly humorous early ch...Show more A rat, Timble, must decide if he should rescue a trapped owl, Orris, in spite of their status as natural enemies. This simple and warmly humorous early chapter book (the first in a trilogy) is a celebration of unlikely friendships, kindness, and the power of stories. The dark-toned illustrations of the barn at night contrast with the bright plumage of Orris and the stars, a wonderful bedtime read. Ages 5 – 8 Show less

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Squidding Around, [vol.] 01

Fish Feud!

by Sherry, Kevin

Graphic Novel - 2020

This wonderfully silly young graphic novel about fin-tastic friends and first fights is perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly! Squizzard is the hero of al...Show more This wonderfully silly young graphic novel about fin-tastic friends and first fights is perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly! Squizzard is the hero of all his games with his best friend Toothy. However, one day Squizzard takes things too far and causes a rift in their friendship. Can Squizzard convince Toothy to give him a second chance? Ages 6 – 8 Show less

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