About This Book
In 'Franklin's New Friend,' Franklin the turtle experiences common anxieties when a large moose family moves into his quiet town. Initially, he's intimidated by their size and perceived differences, especially with the young moose who becomes his new classmate. This story gently explores themes of fear of the unknown, overcoming prejudice, and the rewarding process of making new friends. It's a wonderful book for discussing how first impressions can be misleading and the importance of looking beyond superficial differences to find common ground and build connections.
Franklin has never seen anyone as big as the moose family, who are new in town, and he's scared of his large new classmate, young moose, until he gets to know him.
Discussion Prompts
1
How did Franklin feel when he first saw the moose family? Have you ever felt that way about someone new?
2
What made Franklin change his mind about the young moose?
3
What are some ways we can get to know new people, even if they seem different from us?
4
What kinds of things did Franklin and his new friend discover they had in common?
5
Why is it important not to judge someone just by how they look or how big they are?
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