A New Friend (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition)

by Wiley Blevins

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. A special dog and cat recognize the exceptional friendship they share and stay true to one another despite the stereotype which declares that dogs and cats can't be friends, in a gentle skill-building story for first-time readers.

Genres: Dogs, Cats, Friendship, Childrens

32 pages, Library Binding

First published May 16, 2013

About the author

Wiley Blevins is an American author and educator whose work has had a lasting impact on early literacy and children’s publishing. He began his career as a classroom teacher in the United States and Ecuador before moving into educational publishing, where he spent more than two decades writing and editing reading programs for elementary schools. A specialist in phonics and literacy instruction, he has written numerous books for young readers as well as influential guides for teachers. Blevins has also held senior roles in major publishing houses, most recently serving as Senior Vice President and Associate Publisher at Reycraft Books, a children’s imprint dedicated to authors and illustrators from under-represented communities. Based in New York City since 1995, he continues to write, teach, and consult while pursuing a lifelong passion for travel. His work reflects his commitment to helping children become confident readers and to supporting teachers with practical, classroom-tested materials.

Reviews

[Chrissy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very entertaining level 1 book. Funny and easy reading. Highly recommended for beginning readers.

[April · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for Pre-School readers to learn new words and memorize sight words!

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

My 6 year old daughter was almost able to read this book all by herself.

[David · Rating 3 out of 5]

On of our five-year-old granddaughter's first five books. After a few times through together, she can read most of it on her own. A good book for a new reader.

(Penguin Young Readers, Level 1D.)