Real Friends illustrator-Kevin Henkes destroying everything

destroying everything

and other high school embarrassments

and his position as the Captain of the Guard

Merci Suarez knew that sixth grade would be different

but is there a price to pay for perfectionand pretending

Real Friends illustrator-Kevin Henkes destroying everythingFollowing little Shannon's life from kindergarten through fifth grade, Real Friends captures the emotional roller coaster ride of friendship, from navigating the tricky waters of cliques and bullies to her never ending struggle to stay in "The Group." Shannon's honest and heartfelt story reminds us of how hard it was to learn what real friends areand why finding them is worth the journey.