Dr. Jillian Roberts is a child psychologist, author, professor at the University of Victoria and mother of three children. Considered a go-to child psychology expert for journalists, Dr. Roberts is a contributor to the Globe and Mail, Global News and CBC. She is the author of two bestselling and award-winning series of children's books: Just Enough and The World Around Us. Dr. Roberts' most recent titles, Calm and My Promise, are for the very youngest of readers and focus on building child resilience. She lives in Victoria, British Columbia.

Andrea Armstrong is a visual artist living in Vancouver, British Columbia. She spends her days (and often nights) illustrating, painting and designing. With roots in rural Indonesia, small-town Manitoba and metropolitan Singapore, she finds inspiration in the gathered impressions of her childhood. She holds a bachelor's degree in visual communications from Capilano University.

"Rather than simply instructing kids, the book provides a series of brightly illustrated double-page spreads, each stating a basic rule of friendship, dramatizing a related situation involving friends, and offering tips on how to deal with it. This format offers an opportunity for kids and their parents to share their experiences. A useful guide with a practical approach."

"Readers of all ages will benefit from the lessons shared in this book. Thoughtful and positive, this nonfiction text presents useful tools that can be used to gain and retain positive relationships in a way that is accessible to all. This well-researched guide helps children make a connection with the important choices that make a person a good friend."-- "School Library Journal (SLJ)"

"Roberts' book offers a greatest hits of friendship advice...The situations are relatable, while the writing is direct, not overly pedantic, and suitably engaging for a young audience. Valuable guidance on becoming a better friend, with solid insights and concrete examples."-- "Kirkus Reviews"

"Focuses on the importance of friendships for children's social-emotional learning and mental health. A practical resource for parents, guardians and children about what makes friendships work and how to make lasting and meaningful connections."