Old Friends
Margaret Aitken
Illustrated by Lenny Wen
26 July 2022Synopsis
Paired with colorful and vibrant art by Lenny Wen, Old Friends by Margaret Aitken is an inventive and heartfelt debut picture book that celebrates found family, caregiving, and the value of intergenerational friendships.
Marjorie wants a friend who loves the same things she does: baking shows, knitting, and gardening. Someone like Granny. So with a sprinkle of flour in her hair...
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26 July 2022
9781250801388Reviews
Praise for Old Friends:
A 2023 Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year
A Bill Martin, Jr. Picture Book Award Nominee
A 2023 Maine Literary Award Finalist
"[F]ull of warmth and joy. This celebration of intergenerational friendship is ultimately a comforting tale, like a cozy knit cardigan or a warm berry crisp, perfect for a lapsit or a Grandparents’ Day read-aloud." —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (BCCB), starred review
"Readers of every generation will delight in Old Friends‘ joyful tone and affirming message." —BookPage
