The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend (Caldecott Medal Winner)

Winner of the Caldecott Medal

#1 New York Times bestselling and award-winning creator Dan Santat combines classic storytelling with breathtaking art in an unforgettable tale about friendship, imagination, and the courage to find one's place in the world.

This magical story begins on an island far away where an imaginary friend is born. He patiently waits his turn to be chosen by a real child, but when he is overlooked time and again, he sets off on an incredible journey to the bustling city, where he finally meets his perfect match and--at long last--is given his special name: Beekle.

From the creator of many beloved books including After the Fall and Are We There Yet? comes a gently humorous, utterly endearing and deeply thoughtful celebration of friends.
Review Citations:

• Publishers Weekly 01/27/2014 (EAN 9780316199988, Hardcover)
• Kirkus Reviews 03/15/2014 (EAN 9780316199988, Hardcover)
• School Library Journal 04/01/2014 pg. 134 (EAN 9780316199988, Hardcover) - *Starred Review
• New York Times Book Review 04/06/2014 pg. 24 (EAN 9780316199988, Hardcover)
• Shelf Awareness 04/25/2014 (EAN 9780316199988, Hardcover)
• Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 06/01/2014 pg. 540 (EAN 9780316199988, Hardcover)
• Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2014 pg. 44 (EAN 9780316199988, Hardcover)
• Wilson Children's Catalog 04/11/2019 (EAN 9780316199988, Hardcover)