The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend by Dan Santat

The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend is a great picture book to promote a sense of belonging, friendship, perseverance and wellbeing.

“He was born on an island far away where imaginary friends were created. Here, they lived and played, each eagerly waiting to be imagined by a real child.” Beekle longs for a child to imagine him and give him a special name. Fed up with waiting he resolves to go on an adventure to find his perfect befriend. After overcoming many obstacles, Beekle’s wish come true when his special friend Alice imagines him.

The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend by Dan Santat
Illustrator: Dan Santat

Publisher: Andersen Press (2016)

ISBN: 9781783443857

Teaching Resources: The Adventures of Beekle

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Dan Santat Official Website
Lamont Books: The Adventures of Beekle Teacher Notes and Activities
Little, Brown and Company: The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend Party Kit
Psychology Today: Imaginary Friends -Are invisible friends a sign of social problems?
Reading is Fundamental: The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend Support Materials
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The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend by Dan Santat