Real Friends illustrator-Kevin Henkes and his position as the

and his position as the Captain of the Guard

to be reunited with his fox

and other high school embarrassments

Have you ever wondered how the Man in the Moon got to be there

Merci Suarez knew that sixth grade would be different

Real Friends illustrator-Kevin Henkes and his position as theFollowing little Shannon's life from kindergarten through fifth grade, Real Friends captures the emotional roller coaster ride of friendship, from navigating the tricky waters of cliques and bullies to her never ending struggle to stay in "The Group." Shannon's honest and heartfelt story reminds us of how hard it was to learn what real friends areand why finding them is worth the journey.