Fast Friends
- ISBN 9781443170406, Paperback
- 32 Pages | Ages 3 to 7
In this appealing, energetic picture book, two kids with different challenges and strengths find they are just what the other needs to navigate classroom life.
Tyson does everything fast — so fast he often disrupts the class. His teacher is always saying, “Too fast, Tyson!” And often he ends up playing all alone.
Suze, the new girl, is nonverbal with special needs. Sometimes her classmates don’t know what those needs are.
But Tyson understands. Taking the time to interpret her cues, Tyson forms a special friendship with Suze, and teaches his classmates what it means to listen and understand others.
Claudia Dávila’s bright, energetic art captures the joy of moving at your own speed and connecting with a friend who can ride alongside.
Rights Sold
French (N. Amer)
Selling Points
• A story featuring a child with special needs thriving in a regular classroom setting.
• A highly readable and energetic story that children, especially those that are in constant motion, will relate to and enjoy.
Awards
- Winner, TD Grade One Giveaway Book, 2022
- Winner, Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Award, 2021
- Short-listed, OLA Blue Spruce Award, 2021
- Short-listed, Shining Willow Award (Saskatchewan Young Readers' Choice), 2021
- Short-listed, IODE Jean Throop Award, 2021
- Commended, Toronto Public Library First & Best Booklist, 2020
- Commended, Best Books for Kids and Teens, Canadian Children's Book Centre, 2020
- Commended, OLA Best Bets, 2020
- Commended, Toronto Public Library First & Best booklist, 2020
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Contact:
Maral Maclagan, Senior Manager, Rights & Contracts, Scholastic Canada Ltd., mmaclagan@scholastic.ca.