Illustration by: Erin E. Stead
Genre: Children's picture book
Subgenre: Children's fiction
Theme: Investing in friendships
Primary characters: Amos Mcgee and the animals
Awards: Caldecott Medal
Date of Publication: 2011
Publishing Company: Roaring Brook Press
Summary: Amos Mcgee is an old man that works at a zoo. Everyday no matter how busy he is, he takes time and visits all the animals. He plays chess with the elephant, runs races with the tortoise, and sits with the penguin. He even spends time with the rhinoceros and owl. One day he does not show up to work because he is feeling sick. All of the animals sit in boredom and worry about the nice old man. Eventually they escape from the zoo and arrive at Amos's home. They spend time with him as he would with them. They keep him company while he is sick. This is a very touching story with nice warm illustrations. The classroom would really enjoy this book for it teaches about the importance of friendship and that it should be cherished.
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