THOUGHTS: This followup to We Don’t Eat Our Classmates is sure to be loved by fans of Higgins’ work, and children will delight with the humorous story. A must have for elementary collections, social emotional learning lessons, or read alouds. You’ll have difficulty reading this one without giggling yourself!
Picture Book Maryalice Bond, South Middleton SD
Like many children, Penelope loves to do a lot of things. She loves to play, read, and draw, but more than anything Penelope loves to make music. Specifically, she loves to rock ‘n’ roll. When Mrs. Noodleman announces a school talent show, Penelope feels both excited and nervous. Penelope swallows her fear and signs up, but when it comes time for the rehearsal, Penelope freezes. A heart to heart and trip down memory lane with her dad is just the remedy Penelope needs to find her courage, but her classmates have another idea to help Penelope. Even Walter the ferocious goldfish plays a part.