I'm Going to Make a Friend
Will be published approx. on 7. May 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
32 pages
978-1-80104-661-9 (ISBN)
Description
Everyone says I'll make new friends . . .
But how do I make one?
Do I do it by myself?
Do I need special tools?
Perhaps I need some help.
But how do I make one?
Do I do it by myself?
Do I need special tools?
Perhaps I need some help.
Reviews / Votes
Reassuring and helpful. * The Bookseller * In I'm Going to Make a Friend, Darren Chetty's rhythmic, open text pairs with Sandhya Prabhat's gorgeously captivating illustrations to celebrate creativity, sharing and friendship. Perfect for little people starting school or moving house. -- Gita Ralleigh, author of 'The Destiny of Minou Moonshine' and 'The Voyage of Sam Singh' I'm Going To Make A Friend by Darren Chetty & Sandhya Prabhat is a beautiful, thoughtful & fantastically fun celebration of friend-making, perfect to pour over & ponder, spark imaginations & stimulate conversations. Destined to become a firm favourite! -- Sophie Anderson, author of 'The House with Chicken Legs' With creative words and pictures bringing the story to life, and celebrating the power of imagination, this beautiful book is the perfect story to share with children moving schools or home, or anyone who struggles to form connections. * Lancashire Post * A lovely, understated reflection on change and finding your people - whoever they may be * School Reading List * A delightful read, encouraging young children to think in simple language about the wants and needs of others as well as their own likes and dislikes. -- The Scotsman This warm, witty picture book is perfect for prompting chats about friendship. * Guardian *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Little Tiger Press Group
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 3 to 6 years
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 280 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Weight
200 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80104-661-9 (9781801046619)
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Persons
Darren Chetty (Author)
Darren Chetty is a Welsh Indian South African Dutch Londoner. He teaches in primary schools and at university and writes for people of all ages. He loves football and music and collects children's books, snow globes and toy robots.
Sandhya Prabhat (Illustrator)
Sandhya Prabhat is an independent animator and illustrator based in the Bay Area, California, and is from Chennai, India. She holds an MFA Degree in Animation and Digital Arts from NYU Tisch School of the Arts Asia and a Bachelor's Degree in Literature from Stella Maris College.
Darren Chetty is a Welsh Indian South African Dutch Londoner. He teaches in primary schools and at university and writes for people of all ages. He loves football and music and collects children's books, snow globes and toy robots.
Sandhya Prabhat (Illustrator)
Sandhya Prabhat is an independent animator and illustrator based in the Bay Area, California, and is from Chennai, India. She holds an MFA Degree in Animation and Digital Arts from NYU Tisch School of the Arts Asia and a Bachelor's Degree in Literature from Stella Maris College.