Hurray! It’s Perfect Picture Book Friday!
I’m afraid it’s been a rather challenging week, so I’m posting a book I’ve posted before because I have no time. But also because I really really love this book and think everyone should read it 😊 And it’s about love and friendship which seem especially important right now.
Title: Rosie And Rasmus
Written & Illustrated By: Serena Geddes
Aladdin, April 2 2019, fiction
Suitable For Ages: 4-8
Themes/Topics: friendship
Opening: “This is Rosie.
She lives in a little village with cobblestone streets, a water fountain, and an ice cream stand.
Every day Rosie watches and wishes.
She watches as the others play.
She wishes someone would see her.“
Brief Synopsis: Rosie, a lonely little girl, meets Rasmus, a lonely little dragon, and they discover the extraordinary magic and power of friendship. When Rasmus has to leave, Rosie finds she has learned more than she realized about making friends.
Links To Resources: Easy Friendship Bracelets; Preschool Bead Friendship Bracelet; Slightly Harder Friendship Bracelet; draw a picture of yourself and a friend doing something together; talk about what friendship means.
Why I Like This Book: To me, this book is just the definition of a perfect picture book! Sweet, simple text that conveys a moving and lovely message about friendship, and enormously appealing art in soft colors with beautiful expression. Any of us who have ever known (or been) a shy and lonely preschooler can relate to Rosie’s longing for a friend. You just have to see the page where she and Rasmus meet. He’s hidden up in a tree, and she’s sitting forlornly on the ground below, and out of the tree comes his tail – only his tail – offering her a flower 🌸 So incredibly sweet! Rasmus has his own problems. He can’t fly. So Rosie does everything in her power to help him. When his wings finally grow and he has has to fly off and do dragon things, they say a tearful goodbye. Rosie goes back to her village, once again watching the other children and wishing for a friend. But this time, she knows what to do. And I’m not going to tell you, because you just have to read this book and see for yourself!
I hope you enjoy it as much as I do 😊
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Have a wonderful weekend, everyone!!! 😊
Susanna Leonard Hill 
Susanna, I remember this one. It is a beautiful friendship story! Thanks for the reminder. Sorry it’s been a tough week. I hope things get better for you!
This sounds like a perfect story for all children seeking a friend. I’m looking forward to reading about the sweet friendship between Rosie and Rasmus. Thank you, Susanna, for sharing this.
I am very happy that shy Rosie knows just what to do now. Thanks, Rasmus! Friends are important! And they always learn from each other.
Love and licks,
Cupcake
Great book. I absolutely love the illustrations and sweet text. Thanks for sharing.
Such a beautiful story about the power of friendship. I love the lovely cover and illustrations. Perfect read for kids who are shy. And it is very timely.
Hope you have a better week! But, have a great weekend!
The world always has ample room for another picture book that shares the power and magic of friendship. Rosie and Rasmus are fortunate to have found each other.
Love and friendship abound on Blueberry Hill Susanna, thanks to you!
and who can resist a lonely dragon? Thanks for sharing this one again!
Take time for yourself, Susanna. I haven’t been posting because I haven’t even been to the public library since mid-March to protect older relatives. I’ve been re-reading well-loved books, too.
Such a sweet book! Who doesn’t need more friendship in their lives? I hope things smooth out for you soon, Susanna!
Such sweet illustrations! Hope you are able to catch your breath this weekend – sending love!
We definitely need a picture book about friendship & love now! Thanks for the reminder about this sweet story.
Hope things settle down & you’re able to relax this weekend.
Perfect choice, Susanna. This is one I need to read, but haven’t yet. Love the message and the illustrations.
Hope the weekend gives you a respite from your challenging week.
What a sweet story and in my opinion, it’s always nice to revisit an old friend whether it’s a book, a person, or a place. I hope the weekend smooths over the rough week that you’ve had.
What delightful illustrations! I love it when we get another look at favourite picture books from the past. Friendship is so important to our children, now more than ever.
Such a sweet book. I hope it made life’s challenges feel less challenging for you.
Beautiful story and pictures. I’m a big fan of dragons. This one I fell in love with. Thanks for sharing this beautiful book.