I was not expecting this book to be about making friends.  Isabelle is lonely and has no friends.  She is terribly shy and afraid to talk to others.  That is, until her aunt sends her a special button because she knows how proud Isabelle is of her treasures.  This button gives Isabelle confidence to speak up and make new friends.  It is well thought out and the lesson is not overly preachy.  The story is really nice, but what really makes this book are the illustrations.  They are a perfect match.  They are bright and colorful when they need to be. They give the book life, and make it seem real rather than just a story.