{"product_id":"real-friends-graphic-novel","title":"Real Friends Graphic Novel Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eReal Friends - Shannon Hale \u0026amp; LeUyen Pham (Graphic Novel)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThis poignant and relatable graphic novel is a \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestseller that captures the complexities of elementary school friendships. Based on author Shannon Hale's own childhood experiences, the story follows young Shannon as she navigates the shifting dynamics of \"the group,\" dealing with the joys and heartaches of finding where she truly belongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003ePlot Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eShannon and Adrienne have been best friends since they were little. But as they grow older, Adrienne starts hanging out with Jen, the leader of a circle of friends called \"The Group.\" Everyone in The Group wants to be Jen's #1, and the rules of who is \"in\" and who is \"out\" seem to change every day. Shannon must decide if staying in the popular crowd is worth the stress, or if she can find the courage to seek out \"real\" friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelatable Themes:\u003c\/b\u003e Softly explores social anxiety, bullying, and the universal struggle of trying to fit in while staying true to oneself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVibrant Illustrations:\u003c\/b\u003e LeUyen Pham’s expressive artwork perfectly captures the emotional highs and lows of childhood, using color and facial expressions to bring Shannon's internal world to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMemoir Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Written as a graphic memoir, providing an authentic and vulnerable look at the growing pains of school-aged children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePositive Message:\u003c\/b\u003e Encourages resilience, self-acceptance, and the importance of kindness over popularity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Shannon Hale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/b\u003e LeUyen Pham\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Graphic Novel (Available in Hardcover and Paperback)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTarget Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 8–12 years (Grades 3–7)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeries:\u003c\/b\u003e Book 1 of the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003eFriends\u003c\/i\u003e series (followed by \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003eBest Friends\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003eFriends Forever\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNote for Readers:\u003c\/b\u003e This book is highly recommended by educators and librarians for its ability to spark meaningful conversations between parents and children about social dynamics and emotional health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0\"\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Condition:\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; Gently used, excellent condition.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Ready Kids Canada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43705893814337,"sku":"B260809","price":8.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/2499\/6673\/files\/929FE049-F395-4585-A1AD-B540A8753CA1.jpg?v=1775387577","url":"https:\/\/readykidscanada.com\/products\/real-friends-graphic-novel","provider":"Ready Kids Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}