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Agee, Jon

George & Lenny Are Always Together

40 pp. | Penguin/Rocky Pond | May, 2025 | Trade ISBN 9780593857731 $18.99 | Ebook ISBN 9780593857748 $10.99
(2) K-3 Lenny, a small gray rabbit, and George, a large brown bear, are an inseparable duo, until Lenny begins to ponder the idea of spending time alone. George, less enthusiastic about the proposition, anticipates feeling lonely and believes "nothing could be as much fun as being together!" Confident about wanting to experience some independence, Lenny retreats to a cozy space large enough for only a tiny rabbit. "Here I am at last. In a quiet place. Alone." Lenny settles into an assortment of solitary activities, but eventually his thoughts return to George. And where is George, anyway? Agee's gouache illustrations, featuring black outlining and the use of solid colors against neutral-toned backgrounds, have a minimalistic composition with substantial negative space. His thoughtful exploration of negotiating togetherness in friendship is presented simply and is approachable for young readers, yet relatable for those of all ages.
Reviewer: | Horn Book Magazine Issue: July, 2025

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