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Highlights
- Kids will love this playful story of of a unique fall friendship between a girl . . . and her squash!
- Georgia Children's Book Award (Picture Storybook) 2016 3rd Winner, North Carolina Children's Book Award (Picture Book) 2015 4th Winner
- 3-7 Years
- 10.2" x 8.3" Hardcover
- 40 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Humorous Stories
- Series Name: Sophie's Squash
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About the Book
With absolutely delightful text by Miller and downright hilarious illustrations from Wilsdorf, "Sophie's Squash" celebrates the special love between a child and her favorite toyNonly in this case it's a butternut squash! A fresh addition to any collection of autumn books. Full color.Book Synopsis
Kids will love this playful story of of a unique fall friendship between a girl . . . and her squash! A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of the Century On a trip to the farmers' market with her parents, Sophie chooses a squash, but instead of letting her mom cook it, she names it Bernice. From then on, Sophie brings Bernice everywhere, despite her parents' gentle warnings that Bernice will begin to rot. As winter nears, Sophie does start to notice changes.... What's a girl to do when the squash she loves is in trouble? The recipient of four starred reviews, an Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Honor, and a Charlotte Zolotow Honor, Sophie's Squash will be a fresh addition to any collection of autumn books.Review Quotes
"In a perfect blend of story and art, the humorous watercolor-and-ink illustrations are bursting with color and energy on every page... This is a paean to love and friendship, which can come in all species, shapes, and sizes."--Booklist, starred review "With lessons on life, love, and vegetable gardening, this tale will be cherished by children, and their parents will be happy to read it to them often."--School Library Journal, starred review
"Sensitive but funny... Miller's easygoing storytelling taps into the familiar scenario of children making fierce attachments to favorite objects."--Publishers Weekly, starred review "This season-spanning turn with high-spirited Sophie offers endearing lessons about nurture and regeneration."--Kirkus Review, starred review
About the Author
PAT ZIETLOW MILLER received an Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Honor for Sophie's Squash, her picture book debut, which was published to four starred reviews and named a Charlotte Zolotow Honor Book. The book is based on a true story--Pat's own daughter, Sonia, once loved a squash. She lives in Madison, Wisconsin. Visit the author at patzietlowmiller.com. ANNE WILSDORF is the illustrator of numerous books for children, including Dogs on the Bed by Elizabeth Bluemle, The Best Story by Eileen Spinelli, Alligator Sue by Sharon Arms Doucet, and the Ruby Lu series by Lenore Look. She lives and works in Lausanne, Switzerland.Dimensions (Overall): 10.2 Inches (H) x 8.3 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .8 Pounds
Suggested Age: 3-7 Years
Number of Pages: 40
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Humorous Stories
Series Title: Sophie's Squash
Publisher: Anne Schwartz Books
Format: Hardcover
Author: Pat Zietlow Miller
Language: English
Street Date: August 6, 2013
TCIN: 77254998
UPC: 9780307978967
Item Number (DPCI): 247-52-3547
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Loflo - 4 years ago
I rolled my eyes when my daughter first brought this book to me to read, but then, with each read, we all (2&4yo, son and daughter) became obsessed with Sophie’s squash. Read the sequel, Sophie’s Squash Go to School, too! Great intro to preschool, making friends, circle of life, healthy foods. Helped answer SO many toddler questions.