Thursday, August 23, 2018

The School Show by Maria Gianferrari -- ADVISABLE

Penny & Jelly: The School Show by Maria Gianferrari, illustrated by Thyra Heder. PICTURE BOOK. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2015. $17. 9780544230149

CONTENT: G

BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) -- ADVISABLE

AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH

Penny desperately wants to enter her school talent show, because everyone she knows is doing it. Unfortunately, she doesn't seem to have any particular talents. But with her trusty dog Jelly by her side, Penny is sure to find something to demonstrate for the school...right?

This is an adorable story that would work very well for discussions on character goals and conflict. The illustrations are lovely and complement the text perfectly, and the heart-warming ending will leave many readers smiling. All in all, a fun addition to a library collection.

Reviewed by Sydney G., K-6 Library Media Specialist

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