Tobin Learns to Make Friends [Hardcover]

Diane Murrell (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 3 and up

Notable Award Winner in the 2004 Writers' Notes Book Awards!

Join Tobin as he learns how to be a good friend! Tobin is a lonely red engine who cannot seem to make friends. But with the help of his buddies, he discovers that there are little things he can do to be nicer to those around him. Tobin soon finds that he is surrounded by friends who truly enjoy working and playing with him.

Parents and teachers can use this book to teach friendship skills to children who find social interactions challenging. Important social lessons include:

• Sharing
• Being polite
• Taking turns
• Talking quietly
• The importance of “personal space”
• And more!

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Originally from Northern Ireland, Diane Murrell works, plays, and does research as a social worker in Houston, Texas. She has four indomitable sons who tease her mercilessly, one of whom inspired this book. Diane has a heart for mothers and children to find their place in the community, and will tame monsters and slay dragons to help this happen through her life and work. In addition to the Tobin series, she is author of Oliver Onion, a children’s book and study guide about self-acceptance.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Future Horizons (September 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885477791
• ISBN-13: 978-1885477798
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 11.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #569,643 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #74 in Books > Children's Books > Transportation > Trains

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for ADD/ADHD kids, too!, April 20, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Tobin Learns to Make Friends (Hardcover)

Just got this book today and my 7 year old loves it. I disagree with the baby-preschool age rating that Amazon gave it. I think it is probably over the head of most baby-preschool kids and highly needed for the 6-8 year range of kids with ADD/ADHD or on the autism spectrum. Wonderful book that touches on many of the finer points of being friends. Thank you, Diane Murell! Just what we needed!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tobin Learns to Make Friends, March 26, 2002

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"deborahroberts2" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tobin Learns to Make Friends (Hardcover)

My son was struggling with making and keeping friends and this book was a big help. I suggest it to anyone with children.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tobin Learns to Make Friends, March 26, 2002

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"deborahroberts2" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tobin Learns to Make Friends (Hardcover)

My son was having trouble making and keeping friends and this book was very helpful. I recommend it to anyone with kids. The pictures make it fun.