About This Book
The Two Tims tells the story of two inseparable best friends, Tim and Tim, whose comfortable routine of playing and climbing trees is disrupted by the arrival of a new boy, Tom. Tom shares some interests with one Tim and others with the other, creating a natural, albeit sometimes awkward, shift in the dynamic. The book gently explores the nuances of adjusting to a new group, the feelings of being left out, and the process of finding common ground. It ultimately highlights how opening one's heart to new friendships can lead to enormous rewards, making it a wonderful read for children aged 4-8 who are navigating social changes.
Tim and Tim are best friends. They like to play and climb trees together. Then Tom comes along. Tom shares some interests with one Tim and some with the other. But can all three boys find common ground? David Elliott and Gabriel Alborozo explore the nuances and adjustments required when a pair of friends becomes a group and how opening your heart can reap enormous rewards.
Discussion Prompts
1
How did the two Tims feel when Tom first came along? Have you ever felt that way when a new person joined your group?
2
What are some things that Tim, Tim, and Tom learned to do together? How did they find common ground?
3
What does it mean to 'open your heart' in a friendship? How did the boys do that?
4
Have you ever had to adjust to a new friend joining your group? What was it like?
5
What advice would you give to Tim and Tim about making Tom feel welcome, and to Tom about joining an existing friendship?
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