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Title details for Cranky Makes a Friend by Phuc Tran - Available

Cranky Makes a Friend

by Phuc Tran
Jacob McNatt
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In this second book from the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and acclaimed author Phuc Tran's bestselling Cranky series, Cranky is feeling extra cranky when a new crane joins the crew.

There's a new crane on the construction site! His name is Lefty and he's the opposite of Cranky—smiley, talkative, and a jokester. Everything Lefty does makes Cranky feel extra cranky. But everyone else seems to love him. What if Cranky's friends like Lefty more than him?

Find out how self-acceptance and a supportive crew help one cranky truck make a new friend in this humorous story about big trucks, big feelings, and even bigger friendships. With Phuc Tran's hilarious text, this read is perfect for fans of Grumpy Monkey and construction vehicles.

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  • Release date

    February 4, 2025

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9780063428645
      • File size: 4115 KB
      • Duration: 00:08:34

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Kirkus

      November 15, 2024
      In this sequel toCranky (2023), the grouchy crane returns, with a new character in tow. The book opens on an optimistic note. Seated at the breakfast table, Cranky cracks a true smile alongside a younger brother; both sport matching yellow and orange paint. The mood shifts swiftly at the Sandbox Hills construction yard when a smaller green crane bursts onto the scene. With his constant stream of chatter and jokes, Lefty is equal parts annoying and earnest as he proclaims, "I'M FOLLOWING CRANKY TODAY SO I CAN LEARN HOW TO BE THE BEST CRANE I CAN BE." To Cranky's horror, the newcomer quickly endears himself to the other crew members. Cranky's insecurity is deeply relatable; feeling left out, the crane attempts to crack fake smiles and tell jokes, to the others' consternation. ("What's wrong with your face, Cranky?") At last, Cranky literally blows a gasket, depicted effectively on a page with a dramatically red backdrop. Friends offer Cranky words of reassurance: "We like youbecause you're Cranky. Nobody is like you." Tran and Oswald plainly demonstrate useful strategies for coping with big feelings, like sitting quietly alone and expressing oneself. Oswald's chunky illustrations, rooted in primary colors, will engage younger children, while speech bubbles offer older kids that cool comic book feel. Construction puns abound; Cranky frequently resorts to the pseudo-swear "Oh clang it" when frustrated. An affirming friendship tale and a reminder to embrace oneself.(Picture book. 4-7)

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  • English

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