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Choi, Yangsook

A Letter to My Best Friend

32 pp. | Farrar | July, 2024 | Trade ISBN 9780374391294 $18.99
(3) K-3 This heartwarming story follows a young Korean immigrant struggling to make friends in a new country. When his teacher asks the class to write a letter to their best friend, Jihun, an English-language leaner, creatively draws a portrait of his cat, Oto, using letters. His artwork sparks a connection with classmate Piper. With gentle prose, soft watercolor illustrations, and themes of acceptance, this book explores friendship, self-expression, and finding comfort through creativity in a new environment. Includes an author’s note.
Reviewer: Summer Edward

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