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| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Sophie's Masterpiece Eileen Spinelli, 2004-05-01 Sophie is an artist who wants to spin beautiful creations all day long and, someday, a masterpiece. As a spider, though, Sophie has a hard time finding a welcoming place in which she can be free to live and spin. She's shooed and shuffled all over Beekman's Boardinghouse until one day she finally finds the warm, comfortable, safe home for which she always yearned -- and the inspiration for the masterpiece of her lifetime. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Here Comes the Year Eileen Spinelli, 2002-03 Describes in rhyme the special qualities that characterize each month of the year. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Together at Christmas Eileen Spinelli, 2012-09-01 2013 Best Children's Books of the Year, Bank Street College It's Christmas Eve, and a family of ten mice shivers in the snow. One by one, each mouse finds a place to stay warm, only to discover that they'd rather huddle together on this holiday night. With gently rhyming text and charming illustrations, this picture book is a wonderful readaloud at Christmastime. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Please Please the Bees Gerald Kelley, 2017-04-11 2017 Frances & Wesley Bock Book Award for Children's Literature The Original Art 2017 Exhibit 2018 Storytelling World Resource Award Honor - Stories for Young Listeners 2018 ILA-CBC Children's Choices The bees are on strike! Benedict has a pretty sweet life for a bear. Every morning the bees leave a jar of honey on his doorstep, and every day he has honey for breakfast and honey in his tea. It's an important part of his day. But all that changes when the bees go on strike. Now it’s up to Benedict to listen to the bees, and he realizes there’s a lot more he could be doing to help them. So he fixes up the hive and learns to be a better beekeeper. Will the bees be pleased? |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Summerhouse Time Eileen Spinelli, 2009-04-14 Every year a rented pink cottage full of family, swapping stories, and riding waves mean Summerhouse Time for Sophie. Best of all is sharing a room with her favorite cousin and laughing and trading secrets like two happy peas in a cousin pod. Sophie can't wait! But when she asks the now-a-teenager Colleen if she's looking forward to their time together, Colleen just says I guess so. What? It's the best time of the year, the time they both love. In just a little bit, they will all be together in the cottage on the beach. Will this year be just as wonderful, just like always? Accompanied by charming black-and-white illustrations, classic growingup experiences radiate throughout the pages of this sunny, anytime story. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Someday Eileen Spinelli, 2007-05-10 A little girl dreams about the things that she will do when she is older. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: The Rainbow Fish Marcus Pfister, 1992 Summary: The most beautiful fish in the entire ocean discovers the real value of personal beauty and friendship. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Potato A Tale From The Great Depression Kate Lied, 2002-10-01 When Dorothy's father loses his job and cannot find another, the family borrows a car and sets off for Idaho where jobs digging potatoes can be found. The author was eight years old when she wrote this family story told to her by her aunt. Illustrate |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Stellaluna Janell Cannon, 2007 After she falls headfirst into a bird's nest, a baby fruit bat is raised like a bird until she is reunited with her mother. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch Eileen Spinelli, 2006 Lonely Mr. Hatch has a secret admirer. When he discovers who his admirer is, he gets the biggest surprise of his life. Full color. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Now It Is Summer Eileen Spinelli, 2011-01-11 A young mouse is encouraged by his mother to enjoy summer while waiting for autumn to come. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Library Lion Michelle Knudsen, 2024-03-05 A reminder that sometimes, there is a good reason to break the rules. . . .This winsome pairing of text and illustration is a natural for storytime. -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL (starred review) (Ages 4-7) Miss Merriweather, the head librarian, is very particular about rules in the library. No running allowed. And you must be quiet. But when a lion comes to the library one day, no one is sure what to do. There aren't any rules about lions in the library. And, as it turns out, this lion seems very well suited to library visiting. His big feet are quiet on the library floor. He makes a comfy backrest for the children at story hour. And he never roars in the library, at least not anymore. But when something terrible happens, the lion quickly comes to the rescue in the only way he knows how. Michelle Knudsen's disarming story, illustrated by the matchless Kevin Hawkes in an expressive timeless style, will win over even the most ardent of rule keepers. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Sylvie Jean Reidy, 2022-05-10 One small spider takes a big risk to bring together the people she watches over in her apartment building in this charming picture book from the celebrated author and illustrator of Truman. Sylvie hangs on a silvery thread, safely hidden under her damp, dark fire escape. Sure, it’s a little too close to the dumpster below, but if she stays carefully out of sight, she can watch over her people in the apartment building above—a painter, a proper lady, a man with a plan, and a girl with an exceptionally brave tortoise. Day and night, night and day, Sylvie watches over them making sure everything is just so. Lately though, her people seem to be missing…something. Sylvie wants to help, but she’s always stayed out of view. After all, not everyone appreciates a spider who calls attention to herself. When a most audacious idea comes to her though, one that might make everything more than just so, maybe even just right, can Sylvie muster her moxie and risk stepping into the spotlight? |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book) Julie Falatko, 2016-02-02 Snappsy's ordinary day is interrupted by a meddling narrator-- |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: When Mama Comes Home Tonight Eileen Spinelli, 2002 When Mama arrives home, she and her child enjoy a series of activities together before bedtime. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Knots on a Counting Rope Bill Martin, John Archambault, 1997-09-15 A grandfather and his blind grandson reminisce about the young boy's birth, his first horse and an exiciting horse race. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo John Lithgow, 2013-10-22 A lively and lyrical picture book jaunt from actor and author John Lithgow! Oh, children! Remember! Whatever you may do, Never play music right next to the zoo. They’ll burst from their cages, each beast and each bird, Desperate to play all the music they’ve heard. A concert gets out of hand when the animals at the neighboring zoo storm the stage and play the instruments themselves in this hilarious picture book based on one of John Lithgow’s best-loved tunes. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Thankful Eileen Spinelli, 2017-08 Our lives are full of everyday blessings to appreciate. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Hanukkah in Alaska Barbara Brown, 2013-10-22 An Alaska family celebrates Hanukkah with a stubborn moose in their backyard and the Northern Lights as the best-ever menorah. Hanukkah in Alaska is unlike anywhere else. Snow piles up over the windows. Daylight is only five hours long. And one girl finds a moose camped out in her backyard, right near her favorite blue swing. She tries everything to lure it away: apples, carrots, even cookies. But it just keeps eating more tree! It's not until the last night of Hanukkah that a familiar Jewish holiday tradition provides the perfect—and surprising—solution. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Sylvester and the Magic Pebble William Steig, 2022-01-19 The charming Caldecott Medal–winning story about a magic pebble that makes wishes come true is now available as an adorable Classic Board Book! When Sylvester finds a magic pebble that will grant any wish, he can’t believe his luck! But after an unexpected scare on the way home, Sylvester makes a wish that has big repercussions. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: The Kiss That Missed David Melling, 2012-11-26 The king is in a hurry and blows his son a bedtime kiss... but it misses. The kiss flies out of the window and a brave knight is sent on a fairytale quest to bring it back. Since this classic picturebook was published over 10 years ago, it has sold over 300,000 copies and become a favourite bedtime story for boys and girls everywhere. By the bestselling creator of Hugless Douglas, this delightful tale is filled with humour, charm and bedtime kisses, and is great to read aloud. It is also a fantastic resource for teachers in lessons about fairytales. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Harry the Dirty Dog Gene Zion, 1956-09-05 There's never been another dog as delightful–or dirty–as Harry. This lovable white dog with black spots (or black dog with white spots) has charmed children for fifty years, and we are celebrating with an anniversary edition. This childhood favourite is perfect for reading aloud before going to bed or avoiding a bath. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: If You Want to Find Golden Eileen Spinelli, 1993 A trip through the city streets brings contact with many colors, from an orange construction sign to gray pigeons. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Grow Up, David! David Shannon, 2018-08-28 Laugh-aloud humor abounds when David can't resist bugging his big brother. In this funny romp, David careens from one mischievous antic to the next... until he finally wins his brother's approval. Little-brother antics have never been so endearing -- or true to life! David Shannon's beloved character in his bestselling book No, David! captures the attention and hearts of young children as few characters can. Readers relish David's exuberance, defiance, and wildly energetic curiosity, and when there's trouble, you can bet David did it! Now he's taunting his older brother by eating his Halloween candy, making a bathroom mess, and following him up the tree house. You're too little! won't stop David's tricks in this all-time read it again favorite. With millions of copies in print and four sequels, No, David! hit the ground running in 1998 and was a Caldecott Honor Book, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book, and a classic for 20 years. Based on a book the author wrote and illustrated when he was five, David captures the timeless no-no's familiar to every child. Grow Up, David! is nothing short of exhilarating. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: The Best Story Eileen Spinelli, 2008-05-29 The best story is one that comes from the heart. The library is having a contest for the best story, and the quirky narrator of this book just has to win that rollercoaster ride with her favorite author! But what makes a story the best? Her brother Tim says the best stories have lots of action. Her father thinks the best stories are the funniest. And Aunt Jane tells her that the best stories have to make people cry. A story that does all these things doesn't seem quite right, though, and the one thing the whole family can agree on is that the best story has to be your own. Anne Wilsdorf's hilarious illustrations perfectly capture this colorful family and their outrageous stories in Eileen Spinelli's heartfelt tale about creativity and finding your own voice. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Sophie's Masterpiece Eileen Spinelli, 2004-05 The charming and bittersweet tale of an exeptionally gifted spider and the lengths she's willing to go to share her gifts with those around her |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: The Wolves of Willoughby Chase Joan Aiken, 2014-08-27 Wicked wolves and a grim governess threaten Bonnie and her cousin Sylvia when Bonnie's parents leave Willoughby Chase for a sea voyage. Left in the care of the cruel Miss Slighcarp, the girls can hardly believe what is happening to their once happy home. The servants are dismissed, the furniture is sold, and Bonnie and Sylvia are sent to a prison-like orphan school. It seems as if the endless hours of drudgery will never cease. With the help of Simon the gooseboy and his flock, they escape. But how will they ever get Willoughby Chase free from the clutches of the evil Miss Slighcarp? |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: The Perfect Thanksgiving Eileen Spinelli, 2003-09 Publisher Description |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Famous in a Small Town Emma Mills, 2019-01-15 For Sophie, small town life has never felt small. With her four best friends—loving, infuriating, and all she could ever ask for—she can weather any storm. But when Sophie’s beloved Acadia High School marching band is selected to march in the upcoming Rose Parade, it’s her job to get them all the way to LA. Her plan? To persuade country singer Megan Pleasant, their Midwestern town’s only claim to fame, to come back to Acadia to headline a fundraising festival. The only problem is that Megan has very publicly sworn never to return. What ensues is a journey filled with long-kept secrets, hidden heartbreaks, and revelations that could change everything—along with a possible fifth best friend: a new guy with a magnetic smile and secrets of his own. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Hello Lighthouse (Caldecott Medal Winner) Sophie Blackall, 2018-04-10 A beloved picture book from two-time Caldecott Medal award-winner Sophie Blackall that transports readers to the seaside in timeless, nautical splendor! Watch the days and seasons pass as the wind blows, the fog rolls in, and icebergs drift by. Outside, there is water all around. Inside, the daily life of a lighthouse keeper and his family unfolds as the keeper boils water for tea, lights the lamp's wick, and writes every detail in his logbook. Step back in time and through the door of this iconic lighthouse into a cozy dollhouse-like interior with the extraordinary award-winning artist Sophie Blackall. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: We're Better Together Eileen Spinelli, 2021-02-09 Through vibrant illustrations and age-appropriate language, this 26-page storybook helps children learn that they, no matter how young, can make a difference in the world. We're Better Together instills in kids the value of compassion, teamwork and community, encouraging them to feel confident in their abilities and their voices. Showing that we're better together when we play, when we make music and when everyone pitches in, this beautifully illustrated kindness book celebrates people coming together to solve problems, support communities and honor differences. It's perfect for young children ages 2-5 who are learning about empathy and cooperation, and for sparking meaningful conversations at home or in the classroom. With durable cardstock pages and approachable, kid-friendly language, this book gives fun examples of teamwork with a read-aloud experience that kids will love. Designed with families and educators in mind, this book is crafted by childhood experts to promote strong social and emotional skills and build positive associations with reading. National Parenting Seal of Approval Winner, Mom's Choice Award, Gold |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Rise the Moon Eileen Spinelli, 2003 The moon lights the night for farmers, mothers and babies, wolves, and more. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Toot & Puddle: Charming Opal Holly Hobbie, 2008-11-16 When his cousin Opal loses a tooth during a visit, Puddle dresses as the Tooth Fairy so that Opal's hope of receiving a shiny quarter will not be disappointed. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Zombies Don't Eat Veggies Jorge Lacera, 2019 In this delightful debut by a talented husband-and-wife team, Mo Romero is a zombie with a deep, dark secret... Mo Romero is a zombie who loves nothing more than growing, cooking, and eating vegetables. Tomatoes? Tantalizing. Peppers? Pure perfection! The problem? Mo's parents insist that their niño eat only zombie cuisine, like arm-panadas and finger foods. They tell Mo over and over that zombies don't eat veggies. But Mo can't imagine a lifetime of just eating zombie food and giving up his veggies. As he questions his own zombie identity, Mo tries his best to convince his parents to give peas a chance. Super duo Megan and Jorge Lacera make their picture-book debut with this sweet story about family, self-discovery, and the power of acceptance. It's a delectable tale that zombie and nonzombie fans alike will devour. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Go to Bed, Monster! Natasha Wing, 2007 Trying to avoid bedtime, Lucy uses her imagination and some crayons to draw a monster to play with. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Three Pebbles and a Song Eileen Spinelli, 2003 As his mouse family endures a long, cold winter, Moses's contributions of a dance, a juggling act, and a little song prove more useful than he had supposed. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Anna and the French Kiss Stephanie Perkins, 2013-12-16 Anna had everything figured out – she was about to start senior year with her best friend, she had a great weekend job and her huge work crush looked as if it might finally be going somewhere... Until her dad decides to send her 4383 miles away to Paris. On her own. But despite not speaking a word of French, Anna finds herself making new friends, including Étienne St. Clair, the smart, beautiful boy from the floor above. But he's taken – and Anna might be too. Will a year of romantic near-misses end with the French kiss she's been waiting for? |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: Peace Week in Miss Fox's Class Eileen Spinelli, 2009-03-01 Miss Fox is tired of hearing her young students quarrel. So she announces Peace Week—no more squabbling for one whole week! The children chime in with their own rules: no fighting, don't say mean things, and help others. Throughout the week each of the little animals gets a chance to practice this new behavior. When Polecat teases Bunny for wearing a bright yellow sweater, instead of poking fun back at Polecat, Bunny admires his sweater. Soon, to their surprise, the animals are finding that it's easy to help others, take turns, and say nice things, even when someone is grumpy to them. Wouldn't it be nice, Squirrel says, if every week could be Peace Week? |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: The House With Chicken Legs Sophie Anderson, 2018-09-25 An extraordinary retelling of the Baba Yaga myth, this debut novel will wrap itself around your heart and never let go. All 12-year-old Marinka wants is a friend. A real friend. Not like her house with chicken legs. Sure, the house can play games like tag and hide-and-seek, but Marinka longs for a human companion. Someone she can talk to and share secrets with. But that's tough when your grandmother is a Yaga, a guardian who guides the dead into the afterlife. It's even harder when you live in a house that wanders all over the world . . . carrying you with it. Even worse, Marinka is being trained to be a Yaga. That means no school, no parties -- and no playmates that stick around for more than a day. So when Marinka stumbles across the chance to make a real friend, she breaks all the rules . . . with devastating consequences. Her beloved grandmother mysteriously disappears, and it's up to Marinka to find her -- even if it means making a dangerous journey to the afterlife.With a mix of whimsy, humor, and adventure, this debut novel will wrap itself around your heart and never let go. |
| sophie's masterpiece read aloud: William's Doll Charlotte Zolotow, 1985-05-01 More than anything, William wants a doll. Don't be a creep, says his brother. Sissy, sissy, chants the boy next door. Then one day someone really understands William's wish, and makes it easy for others to understand, too. |
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