by Paulette Bourgeois · Kids Can Press, Ltd. · tapa dura · ISBN 9781550743616
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«Franklin's New Friend» is the illustrated children's story by Paulette Bourgeois, published by Kids Can Press, Ltd. in hardcover (32 pages, in English).
Franklin, a turtle, has always lived in the same house and with the same friends. When the Moose family moves into the neighborhood, he is asked at school to be the buddy of Moose, the new classmate. At first he is scared by his large size, but soon he discovers that differences don't prevent making a new friend.
The title belongs to the «Franklin the Turtle» (Franklin) series and is illustrated by Brenda Clark. It was originally published in 1997.
Aimed at early readers aged 4 to 8; it deals with fear of the unknown, integration and friendship.
Paulette Bourgeois, is a Canadian writer best known for creating Franklin the Turtle, the character who appears in picture books illustrated by Toronto native Brenda Clark. The books have sold more than 60 million copies worldwide and have been translated into 38 languages. An animated television series, merchandise, DVDs and full-length films are based on the character.
