Families who loved A Story About Best Friends by Dawn Apperley often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is facing a temporary separation from a close friend or a change in routine that leaves them feeling a bit lonely. Whether it is a best friend moving away, a long school break, or a playmate being out sick, this story provides the soft landing a preschooler needs to process those big feelings of longing. The story follows Blossom the Rabbit and Boo the Bear, whose inseparable bond is challenged when Boo must hibernate for the winter. Through Dawn Apperley's gentle illustrations, children see that while the 'waiting' part of friendship is hard, it is also an opportunity for creativity and reflection. It is an ideal choice for ages 2 to 5 to normalize the sadness of saying goodbye while reinforcing the security of a lasting bond.