Friends Beyond Measure

Ages 4 to 8, Grades P to 3

Told through charts and graphic illustrations, New York Times infographics designer Lalena Fisher explores the friendship of Ana and Harwin and how they work through their emotions when one friend learns she is moving far away. Perfect for fans of Mapping Sam! 

Ana and Harwin’s friendship has been off the charts since day one! But when Harwin learns her family is going to move far away, the companions aren't sure how their friendship will measure up.See how their friendometers calibrate in this imaginative, heartwarming story by picture book creator and New York Times infographic designer Lalena Fisher. The back matter gives details on all the charts used in the story!

About the Author

Lalena Fisher draws and writes in her backyard studio in Austin, TX, taking breaks to coo to the owl house where Olive the Eastern screech owl perches. After earning her MFA from Pratt Institute she (Lalena, not Olive) designed for Blue’s Clues and The Wonder Pets. She has created information graphics for the New York Times and makes fine art paintings and sculptures. After hours, Lalena rocks out with her daughter as the guitar-and-drums duo the Mothermold while her husband and the dog hold their ears. Friends Beyond Measure is Lalena’s first book as a solo author-illustrator. Follow her various adventures at www.lalenalab.com.