num_pages: 96
description: Renowned experts in the field of children's literature recommend eight outstanding books for the upper elementary grades focusing on themes of friendship and family. Ranging from picture books to novels, these selections are rich with possibilities for exploring topics such as loyalty, empathy, conflict, courage, fairness, responsibility, and diversity. Each book recommendation 
language: English
title: Friends and Relations 3-5
titlecomplete: Friends and Relations 3-5 (The Responsive Classroom Series, Vol. 4)
publisher: Northeast Foundation for Children