Meet Chopsticks! They've been best friends forever. But one day, this inseparable pair comes to a fork in the road. And for the very first time, they have to figure out how to function apart. From New York Times best-selling author Amy Krouse Rosenthal and rising artistic talent Scott Magoon, this witty and inventive tale celebrates both independence and the unbreakable bonds of friendship.
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About the Author
Amy Krouse Rosenthal is the author of award-winning picture book favorites such as Spoon; Duck! Rabbit!; Little Pea; Cookies: Bite-Size Life Lessons; and The Wonder Book. Her books for adults include Encyclopedia of an Ordinary Life, and she is also the creator of the film project, The Beckoning of Lovely. Amy lives with her family in Chicago and online at www.whoisamy.com.
Scott Magoon is the author and illustrator of Hugo & Miles in I've Painted Everything! He also illustrated Granny Gomez & Jigsaw by Deborah Underwood, Mostly Monsterly by Tammi Sauer, and Ugly Fish by Kara LaReau. Scott lives outside Boston with his wife and children.
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Spoon was an adorable book, and Chopsticks doesn't disappoint either.
Chopsticks do everything together until one of them gets hurt! At first, the other one stays with his buddy through the healing process. Eventually, he is persuaded to go out and do things on his own. What results is a growth that wouldn't have occurred if they hadn't separated, as well as a lifelong friendship that can't be "broken."
I really liked the theme of this, that it is okay to branch out and try new things. It doesn't mean you will lose your friendship or stop being able to be the chopstick that you were. The illustrations in this book are simple and wonderful. Also, it is just a very cute book for children and adults. The children will like the story. The adults will like the play on words, such as how Knife is "sharp like that". With some parent interactions, I'm sure most kids will soon pick up on the quirky sayings as well. I'm not going to give away any more of the joys of this book. You'll have to read it to discover them all.
Chopsticks do everything together until one of them gets hurt! At first, the other one stays with his buddy through the healing process. Eventually, he is persuaded to go out and do things on his own. What results is a growth that wouldn't have occurred if they hadn't separated, as well as a lifelong friendship that can't be "broken."
I really liked the theme of this, that it is okay to branch out and try new things. It doesn't mean you will lose your friendship or stop being able to be the chopstick that you were. The illustrations in this book are simple and wonderful. Also, it is just a very cute book for children and adults. The children will like the story. The adults will like the play on words, such as how Knife is "sharp like that". With some parent interactions, I'm sure most kids will soon pick up on the quirky sayings as well. I'm not going to give away any more of the joys of this book. You'll have to read it to discover them all.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Paul and Jen
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book is a stitch. Even if you haven't read Spoon, get this book! It's clever, funny, and has a wonderful message. I purchased it for my twin godchildren. . .I knew this book would hit home for them through many stages of their lives! I read it to my own kids and they giggled and laughed and giggled some more. It's great!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By J. Reynolds
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
My family loves everything by this author. She is clever and the illustrations are fun. Great lessons too. Try Spoon and This Plus That. You won't be dissappointed.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Read this almost every day
This is our sons favorite! We get a request for this book almost daily. At this point he can quote most of it. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Alyssa
5.0 out of 5 stars
Clever!!
We love this book! We first found it in the library and have now been gifting it to friends. Our 4-year old gets a kick out of it, and we parents enjoy all of the clever puns.
Published 1 month ago by Maria Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent book for any kid
This book is so clever. A great pair with the book Spoon. My kids all enjoy these books and their ages are 8, 5, and 3....both genders. Read more
Published 2 months ago by A. Bridges
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I chose Chopsticks by Amy Krouse Rosenthal for my nephew to teach him about acceptance of other opportunities, new people, and new places.
Published 3 months ago by Ann
5.0 out of 5 stars
adorable story, and and especially cute for twins
This book is ADORABLE. I bought it for my 2 1/2 year old and loved it so much that I got it as gifts for to other friend's kids. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Delaney
5.0 out of 5 stars
Purchased as a gift for twins
I didn't get to read it as I shipped it directly to them, but their mom said it was cute and enjoyed by the kids.
Published 4 months ago by E. Kilroy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Chopsticks is a great companion for Spoon
My three year old grandson loved Spoon and is equally happy with Chopsticks. He really enjoyed seeing the familiar Chopsticks in their own book. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mary Jane Fernino
5.0 out of 5 stars
Short attention span theater!
This book is adorable and creative! We found it to be very engaging of the imagination and giving a good message about friendship and separation. Read more
Published 7 months ago by karlaandjune
5.0 out of 5 stars
Clever and cute!
Love this book! I borrowed it from the library and liked it so much that I bought a copy to give to my best friend, who is my chopstick :)
The book is clever and smart. Read more
The book is clever and smart. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Jen M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
sweet, clever, and heartfelt story of friendship
Chopsticks are best friends. They've been that way forever. But one day one chopstick gets broken and must spend some time away from the other. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Beth S.
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