Families who loved Little Blue Truck Makes a Friend by Alice Schertle 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 new social situation, like the arrival of a new student in class or a neighbor moving in. It is a perfect tool for children who feel hesitant or protective of their 'space' when someone different enters the picture. Through the familiar rhyming cadence of the Little Blue Truck series, children see that curiosity and caution are natural, but kindness bridges the gap. The story follows Blue and his farm friends as they encounter a brand-new neighbor: a dragon! While the animals worry about whether the newcomer will fit in or if he is too 'different,' Blue leads by example with an open heart. This book is ideally suited for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2-5) because it validates the 'stranger danger' feeling while modeling how to be a welcoming host. Parents will appreciate how it simplifies the complex concept of inclusion into a 'beep' and a smile.
