"Theodora is a perfectly normal duck. She may swim with a teacup balanced on her head and stay north when the rest of the ducks fly south for the winter, but there's nothing so odd about that. Chad, on the other hand, is one strange bird. Theodora quite likes him, but she can't overlook his odd habits. It's a good thing Chad has a normal friend like Theodora to set a good example for him. But who exactly is the odd duck here? Theodora may not like...

Introduces readers to the concept of friendliness.

Photographs and simple text explore the many kinds of friends children have in their lives.

"Provides tween-girl-specific information about friendships in a question-answer format"-- Provided by publisher.

"Being kind is contagious as a new girl navigates the art of making friends in a picture book suited for children starting school or moving to a new place. When Sukie's family moves and she has to start at a new school, she feels shy and lonely at first. But soon she learns that receiving small acts of kindness--someone saying hi, or saving a hoop for her--makes her feel braver, and that passing friendliness along is a good feeling, too. Before long,...

Counsels girls on the secrets of positive friendships, sharing tips on a wide range of topics from making new acquaintances and resolving arguments to helping those in need and making friendship bracelets.

Children who belong to healthy peer groups are generally happier and function at a higher level. Can We Be Friends? helps young students learn the steps it takes to meet, make, and keep a friend.