Books like Thank You For Being My Friend (Picture Books) by Peter Bently
Cleo the horse, newly moved into a quiet bedroom, feels frightened by the shadows, noises, and dark corners of her unfamiliar room. In this 18‑page board book, young readers (ages 5‑6, K‑1) follow Cleo as she learns to face her fears, discovering how true friendship can help her brave the first night in a strange place.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Peter Bently
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