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- ISBN 9781529524055
- Weight: 180g
- Dimensions: 228 x 266mm
- Publication Date: 09 Apr 2026
- Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
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A heartfelt, gently rhyming picture book that captures what it feels like to meet your new best friend for the very first time.
I'm a little bit scared. This is all very new. I want to be friends. But what should I do?
On a bright, sunny morning, a little boy goes to the animal shelter with his family. Today is a special day; the boy and his new rescue puppy are finally going to meet! Their emotions, uncertainties and hopes mirror each other as they take their first tentative steps towards friendship and promise to be there for each other, forever and always.
With touching words that can be read from the point of view of the boy or the dog this book is a wonderful tool for teaching empathy – an ideal gift to help children understand how to approach a new pet and gently welcome their new best friend into their forever home. Beautifully illustrated throughout with soft, heart-melting artwork by renowned illustrator Chuck Groenink.
Louise Fitzgerald is a children’s author, acting and improvisation tutor and life skills coach. For nearly 20 years she’s worked with children and adults of all ages and abilities in creative settings – her passion is getting people to play, connect and tap into their limitless imagination. Currently, she is also a learning support assistant for a reception class in her local primary school. Louise’s debut picture book with Nosy Crow, The Quickest Bedtime Story Ever!, has been published in 14 territories and was included in the Scottish Book Trust’s Bookbug P1 Family Bag.
Chuck Groenink grew up in The Netherlands but now lives in the US. Chuck's previous picture books with Walker Books include Mum, Me and the Mulberry Tree, Grandpa Is Here, and The Night of the Hedgehog, all written by Tanya Rosie. When not drawing pictures for books, he likes to read, bake bread, or go hiking. Find him on X as @chuckgroenink and Instagram as @c.groenink.
