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Two Problems for Sophia by Jim Averbeck

Two Problems for Sophia

Hardcover – Picture Book, June 12, 2018

Jim Averbeck

Margaret K. McElderry Books · Hardcover · June 12, 2018

Sophia quickly learns her new pet comes with two giraffe-sized problems in this enterprising sequel to One Word from Sophia, which was named one of the best picture books of 2015 by Kirkus Reviews.

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Who it’s for
A playful picture-book sequel pairs family friction with two very large complications.
Themes
Family tension, Creative problem-solving, Pet ownership
Genres
Giraffe Stories, Pet Stories, Funny Stories

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About this book

Sophia quickly learns her new pet comes with two giraffe-sized problems in this enterprising sequel to One Word from Sophia, which was named one of the best picture books of 2015 by Kirkus Reviews. Sophia and Noodle, her One True Desire, are together at last. But Noodle comes with two gigantic problems, and those problems are tearing Sophia’s family apart! Can a little creative experimenting save Noodle? Or will Sophia have to bid him adieu?

Big Pet Problems

A playful picture-book sequel pairs family friction with two very large complications.

Come here for

  • A new-pet bond complicated by enormous problems
  • Family tension and a little creative possibility

Expect

  • A playful, accessible picture-book story
  • A dilemma that invites creative experimenting

Where it sits

Giraffe Stories79%
Funny Stories60%
Pet Stories41%

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Publisher categories

  • Giraffe Stories
  • Family Stories
  • Kids & Science
Authors
Jim Averbeck
Publisher
Margaret K. McElderry Books
Published
June 12, 2018
Format
Hardcover
Theme
Family tension · Creative problem-solving · Pet ownership
Reading lane
Giraffe Stories