Books like Second-grade friends by Cohen, Miriam.
Second‑grade friends follows Jacob, a thoughtful young student constantly fretting over whether his peers truly appreciate him. Set in a typical elementary school, the story follows his daily challenges and small triumphs as he learns to navigate the often uncertain waters of friendship. Readers are invited to share in Jacob’s playful adventures and quiet moments of confidence-building as he discovers the genuine bonds that exist among classmates.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Cohen, Miriam.
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