I Just Ate My Friend

Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the heavy weight of a mistake or the sudden loneliness that follows a social blunder. While the premise is darkly humorous, it speaks directly to the 'oops' moments in early friendships where a child might have acted on impulse and now regrets the outcome. It is a story about the search for belonging and the realization that our actions have consequences, but also that there is always someone else out there who might understand us. The book is perfect for preschoolers and early elementary students who enjoy dry, absurdist humor. It provides a safe, metaphorical space to discuss guilt and the sometimes difficult process of finding where you fit in after things go wrong. Parents will appreciate the minimalist art and the way it handles complex feelings of isolation with a light, witty touch.