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Amina Banana and the Formula for Friendship

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In this sweet and heartfelt story, Amina is determined to discover the “formula for friendship.” When misunderstandings arise at school and emotions swirl between shyness, excitement, and frustration, Amina learns that real friendship isn’t built on secret tricks—it grows through empathy, communication, and the courage to be yourself. With warm illustrations and an engaging narrative, the book encourages children to think about how to build healthy relationships, resolve conflicts, and understand both their own feelings and those of others. It also celebrates diversity and respect, showing that every friendship is unique and special. Recommended for children ages 5 to 9, this book is an excellent educational resource for families and classrooms, especially valuable as a bilingual tool or as support for social–emotional learning and positive social skills.

Publishing Details

Author : Shifa Saltagi Safadi

Illustrator : Aaliya Jaleel

Author Nationality : Syria

Physical Details

Type of Book: Chapter

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 128

Size: 5 x 7.75 in

Year Published: 2025

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 3rd

Genre: Fiction

Theme: Friendship, Social Emotional