I'm Going to Make a Friend by Darren Chetty
Everyone says I'll make new friends . . . But how do I make one? Do I do it by myself? Do I need special tools? Perhaps I need some help.
Reassuring and helpful* The Bookseller *
In I'm Going to Make a Friend, Darren Chetty's rhythmic, open text pairs with Sandhya Prabhat's gorgeously captivating illustrations to celebrate creativity, sharing and friendship. Perfect for little people starting school or moving house. -- Gita Ralleigh, author of 'The Destiny of Minou Moonshine' and 'The Voyage of Sam Singh'
I'm Going To Make A Friend by Darren Chetty & Sandhya Prabhat is a beautiful, thoughtful & fantastically fun celebration of friend-making, perfect to pour over & ponder, spark imaginations & stimulate conversations. Destined to become a firm favourite! -- Sophie Anderson, author of 'The House with Chicken Legs'
With creative words and pictures bringing the story to life, and celebrating the power of imagination, this beautiful book is the perfect story to share with children moving schools or home, or anyone who struggles to form connections. * Lancashire Post *
A lovely, understated reflection on change and finding your people - whoever they may be * School Reading List *
A delightful read, encouraging young children to think in simple language about the wants and needs of others as well as their own likes and dislikes. -- The Scotsman
This warm, witty picture book is perfect for prompting chats about friendship. * Guardian *
In I'm Going to Make a Friend, Darren Chetty's rhythmic, open text pairs with Sandhya Prabhat's gorgeously captivating illustrations to celebrate creativity, sharing and friendship. Perfect for little people starting school or moving house. -- Gita Ralleigh, author of 'The Destiny of Minou Moonshine' and 'The Voyage of Sam Singh'
I'm Going To Make A Friend by Darren Chetty & Sandhya Prabhat is a beautiful, thoughtful & fantastically fun celebration of friend-making, perfect to pour over & ponder, spark imaginations & stimulate conversations. Destined to become a firm favourite! -- Sophie Anderson, author of 'The House with Chicken Legs'
With creative words and pictures bringing the story to life, and celebrating the power of imagination, this beautiful book is the perfect story to share with children moving schools or home, or anyone who struggles to form connections. * Lancashire Post *
A lovely, understated reflection on change and finding your people - whoever they may be * School Reading List *
A delightful read, encouraging young children to think in simple language about the wants and needs of others as well as their own likes and dislikes. -- The Scotsman
This warm, witty picture book is perfect for prompting chats about friendship. * Guardian *
Darren Chetty (Author)
Darren Chetty is a Welsh Indian South African Dutch Londoner. He teaches in primary schools and at university and writes for people of all ages. He loves football and music and collects children's books, snow globes and toy robots.
Sandhya Prabhat (Illustrator)
Sandhya Prabhat is an independent animator and illustrator based in the Bay Area, California, and is from Chennai, India. She holds an MFA Degree in Animation and Digital Arts from NYU Tisch School of the Arts Asia and a Bachelor's Degree in Literature from Stella Maris College.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781801046619 |
| ISBN 10 | 1801046611 |
| Title | I'm Going to Make a Friend |
| Author | Darren Chetty |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Little Tiger Press Group |
| Year published | 2026-05-07 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |