Rosie and Michael

Last updated Thursday, February 6, 2002

Author: Judith Viorst
Illustrator: Loma Tomei
Date of Publication: 1974
ISBN: 0808527487
Grade Level: 3rd Grade
Date(s) Used: Feb. 2003

Synopsis: Rosie and Michael are best friends who come to understand the strength of true friendship. In good times and bad, true friends support each other and demonstrate acceptance and forgiveness.

Craft ideas:

• Would you rather be a "gorilla face" or a "banana head?" Make a mask!
• What kinds of things do your friends know about you or do for you? Make them a card that tells them.

*Note: These craft ideas are just suggestions. You can use them, but you don’t have to use them. You can expand upon them, or add your own twist. Remember, though, that the focus of your time should not be on the development and execution of a craft; the focus should be on the read-aloud and the enjoyment of the book!