Hunter's Best Friend at School

A charming picture book about two raccoons and the joys and perils of first friendship.

Hunter and Stripe are best friends. This young raccoon pair loves to do everything together, like dress in striped sweaters, read the same stories, and even eat the same lunch—a crawfish sandwich, huckleberries, and milk. But when Stripe arrives one day at school in a mischief-making mood and starts stirring up trouble in Mr. Ringtail's class, should Hunter follow along?

Laura Malone Elliott and Lynn Munsinger introduce two delightful pals who will entertain young children as they also provide an important look at peer pressure and first friendships.

Hunter and Stripe are best friends. This young raccoon pair loves to do everything together, like dress in striped sweaters, read the same stories, and even eat the same lunch -- a crawfish sandwich, huckleberries, and milk. But when Stripe arrives one day at school in a mischief-making mood and starts stirring up trouble in Mr. Ringtail's class, should Hunter follow along?

Laura Malone Elliott and Lynn Munsinger introduce two delightful pals who will entertain young children as they also provide an important look at peer pressure and first friendships.

“Best friends and school join in Elliott’s tale for a kid-pleasing combination—and Munsinger’s comical, sometimes poignant illustrations give this picture book a double draw.” - Publishers Weekly

“Readers will readily respond to Hunter’s dilemma and be reassured by his ultimate success.” - Kirkus Reviews

“Appealing … a solid choice, filling a need for stories about friendship and peer pressure.” - School Library Journal