In "The Friendship Wish" by Elisa Kleven, a young girl named Lily discovers a magical secret: the ability to make wishes that can come true. As she navigates her longing for friendship, she wishes for a special companion to share her adventures. Through colorful illustrations and whimsical storytelling, the book explores themes of hope, connection, and the importance of friendship. As Lily's wishes unfold, she learns valuable lessons about being true to herself and the joy that comes from authentic relationships. The charm of the story resonates with children, inspiring them to believe in the power of their own wishes. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 3-5 years.

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2011 by Dutton Books .

Roseanne Thong lived in Hong Kong for many years. She now resides in California and is the author of Red Is a Dragon. As a child, Elisa Kleven enjoyed using her imagination to create magical worlds. This love of the fantastical greatly influences her illustration and writing. Elisa lives in Albany, California, with her husband and children.