My Friend Andy

Everyday, Fluffy walks through the city to the park with Mum and Lily, passing Andy on the way. Although Fluffy longs to play with him, this is never allowed- until one day, Fluffy gets lost and is rescued by Andy and his dad, who make sure Fluffy, Mum and Lily are reunited once more.

A little dog full of energy and love, Fluffy sees the world through innocent, non-judgemental, keen to make friends with everyone. When lost and alone, it is homeless Andy and his dad who come to Fluffy’s rescue, offering care and comfort and asking nothing in return. The story is simply told- and yet packed with poignant moments, encouraging empathy and understanding.

The illustrations are wonderful. The street scenes are teeming with life, full of captivating characters (canine and human!) and details to notice, offering plenty of stories to tell. When Fluffy gets lost, all the colour drains away and the busyness of the streets loses its friendly atmosphere until the comforting colours of Andy and his dad appear. The ending shows not only a happy reunion between Fluffy and family, but a new friendship and understanding with Andy and his dad.

Perfect for sharing and starting conversations about how we might view the homeless, ‘My Friend Andy’ is a gorgeous book!

My Friend Andy Emma Chinnery

Little Tiger ISBN: 978-1801045803

Published 14th March