Sunday, November 6, 2016

The Adventures of Beetle: The Unimaginary Friend 
Author/Illustrator: Dan Stantat
Genre: Fantasy
Grade Level: K-3
Awards: Caldecott Medal

This is a magical story about a little imaginary friend who is born in a land far away. He is patiently waiting for his turn to be chosen by a real child someday. He is tired of waiting for his turn to be imagined. He sets off in an adventure to go find a little boy or girl to be his friend. He ends up in the bustling city where he searches and searches. After a long journey he finally find his special friend. 

This book can be used to talk and learn about friendships. It can also be used to expand children's imaginations and used as a prompt for them to create their own imaginary friend or story. 

The illustrations are simply amazing. They are so vivid and colorful and portray little Beekle's journey very well. 

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