Raymond Alligator is a super smart, super shy 5-year-old who feels left out when big sister Sheila has a friend over. He and his teddy bear are tighter than tight, but lately Raymond's wondering if he needs someone else to be his friend. Making a new friend sounds like a great idea but, well, it can also be kinda scary.Are You My Friend? is a spot-on, funny picture book sure to draw in every kid (and adult) who has ever longed to peek over the neighbor's fence and bust out of their comfort zone. Are You My Friend? is a story for the heart and the funny bone, sure to resonate with typical 4-8 year olds, kids with special needs as well as reluctant readers. Whimsically illustrated, the story features music and sound effects with read-to-me audio narration via a free downloadable MP3 file.Like all books in the Raymond and Sheila series, this book is for parents and kids to enjoy together. It includes a unique guide for parents to help their kids increase friendship skills and social and emotional learning. Are You My Friend? is also available in print (English and Spanish) and as a Read Aloud iBook (for iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch) on the iTunes iBookstore.REVIEWS"e;Truly delightful from beginning to end."e; —Carisa Kluver, Digital Storytime"e;I would recommend this book as a great way to help children navigate the tricky subjects of friendship and sibling relationships, in a fun and engaging manner."e; —Mary Mahon, The iMum"e;Keep an eye out for more books coming in this series. Bravo to Annie Fox!"e; —Teachers with AppsPublished by Electric Eggplant.
