Books Like The New Friend
Families who loved The New Friend by Axel Scheffler often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved The New Friend by Axel Scheffler 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 struggling with the tricky transition from a duo to a trio on the playground. It is the perfect tool for when a best friend starts playing with someone else, leaving your little one feeling invisible or unsure of how to join in. The story follows Pip and Posy on a beach trip where Pip makes a new friend, Zac, while Posy is napping. When Posy wakes up, she feels left out and jealous of their new bond. Axel Scheffler's gentle illustrations and simple text perfectly capture the big emotions of toddlerhood. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's hurt feelings while providing a clear, positive model for inclusive play. It is a sweet, age appropriate guide to the complex social dynamics of early childhood friendship.
