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Extra Ezra Makes an Extra-Special Friend by Kara LaReau and Vincent X. Kirsch

Kara LaReau and Vincent X. Kirsch

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Extra Ezra Makes an Extra-Special Friend by Kara LaReau and Vincent X. Kirsch teaches the importance of respecting boundaries in friendships!

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This picture book is about a child named Ezra who does everything a little bit extra. But that doesn’t work out so well when a new girl comes to school. His efforts to make friends go over-the-top awry! 

Ezra always lets his light shine bright—extra bright. And he always makes an extra effort when it comes to the people he loves. So when Ezra meets Jane, the new girl at school, he’s ready to do whatever it takes—and more—to be her friend.

He offers her a sparkly cupcake and colorful balloons, and he even writes a flashy song. But Jane doesn’t seem to notice. Ezra feels confused. Everyone usually loves his gifts! After his failed attempts, Ezra realizes he must ask himself what it truly means to be a good friend.

This book will teach readers the importance of respecting boundaries and open communication in friendships, and it will inspire everyone to celebrate their differences!

Kara LaReau was born and raised in Connecticut. She received her Masters in Fine Arts in Writing, Literature, and Publishing from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts, and later worked as an editor at Candlewick Press and Scholastic Press. Currently, she lives in Providence, Rhode Island with her husband, their son, and their cat. You can learn more about Kara by visiting her website, karalareau.com.