In 'My Friend Gideon, ' a little girl named Becky dreams of having her own pet to love. As she visits a magical park- complete with a pond and all sorts of wildlife, Becky decides to adopt a cute little frog. She names the frog Gideon and creates what she believes is the perfect habitat for him. However, Becky learns some important lessons about what Gideon really needs to flourish. As she considers the best way to care for Gideon, Becky realizes that being a true friend involves empathy and sometimes even sacrifice. In this poetic and brilliantly illustrated book, children will be both touched and entertained as they join Becky in discovering the true meaning of friendship.