What is the opposite of a friend? Is it a stranger, is it an enemy, or is it something else?  Enemy Pie is a touching story with the message that bullying is not okay, and that it is possible to become friends with anyone if you are willing to try. It is a priceless lesson about the power of kindness and what it takes to reverse snap judgements.

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It was the perfect summer. That is, until Jeremy Ross moved into the house down the street and became neighborhood enemy number one. Luckily Dad had a surefire way to get rid of enemies: Enemy Pie. But part of the secret recipe is spending an entire day playing with the enemy! In this funny yet endearing story, one little boy learns an effective recipe for turning your best enemy into your best friend. Accompanied by charming illustrations, Enemy Pie serves up a sweet lesson in the difficulties and ultimate rewards of making new friends.

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Sit down and watch as a family………

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This book would be a great tool for parents to teach young children how to become a good friend to others and an opportunity to have a conversation about bullying.  The conflict between the two is the young boy’s perception. You don’t get the sense that Jeremy purposefully did something to get himself named an enemy. Kids are easily hurt by things that aren’t done on purpose (like not being invited to a party), and this story helps them understand that life isn’t always about them.

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This recipe for Friendship Pie is incomplete. 

What does your family think needs to be added?

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