“Franklin Bean” by Emmy Swain, illustrated by Levi Whitworth

John is a 10 years old boy who has just moved to a new neighbourhood after his mom lost her job. John is going through all the fears any child would experience while moving to a new house (I remember how I did when my parents decided to move from a big city to a small town.)
The thing John is the most afraid of is that he won’t be able to find any new friends. While hanging around the park he decides to cross a very busy street but luckily is saved by Franklin Bean. Franklin Bean is a lovely talking dog that happens to be homeless. The two of them immediately become friends and make their lives much easier and happier one another.

Emmy Swain wrote a beautiful tale about friendship, hardship (unfortunately a lot of families have to go through nowadays) and change that is an inevitable part of human life. Illustrations by Levi Whitworth are very sweet & charming and give to the book additional value.

From “Franklin Bean” kids can learn about value of money, acceptance of differences and preciousness of friendship that we all need.

It’s a fantastic read for parents, kids and teachers.