Sock Monkey Rides Again (Hardcover)

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From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 2—In his third adventure, Sock Monkey, the famous toy actor, gets his big break. He's been cast to play a singing cowboy in Hubbub at the Happy Canyon Hoedown. His friends help him prepare for the part by teaching him how to yodel, ride a horse, and lasso a cow. Decked out in his sensational cowboy suit, he is almost ready when filming starts the next day. Sock Monkey aces all his scenes, but when it's time for him to kiss his leading lady, the girl-shy hero just can't do it. Poor Lulu's tears make him realize that there is only one way to apologize, and he kisses her on the cheek. "Cut! That's a wrap!" calls the director. Sock Monkey and Lulu ride off into the sunset, knowing their movie will make them stars. This lighthearted confection doesn't break any new ground, but its colorful, childlike drawings and breezy plot make it a quick, enjoyable read. Sock Monkey makes a new friend, and everybody gets along. If only real life were that simple!—Martha Simpson, Stratford Library Association, CT
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"It's absolutely fabulous. It's got humour, a great storyline and clear and colourful illustrations; and I reckon it would be a hit with adults, never mind young school children." Liverpool Echo on Sock Monkey Goes to Hollywood" --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Candlewick (December 12, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0763630896
• ISBN-13: 978-0763630898
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 8.7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #174,174 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not Nearly as Good as The First Book, July 2, 2007

By	Methusala "Methusala Czar" (NY United States) - See all my reviews

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We now have all three books.
Cece Bell is going down hill. The first book was WONDERFUL!
We kinda liked the second.. but this book is hard for a young
child to follow.. and the theme of KISSING is not really age
appropriate for what you'd expect of a sock monkey. It's not
worth buying folks. Get it from the library, free. Buy the
first book, maybe the second, but don't waste your money on
this. What was she thinking when she wrote this?? I think she was just
banking on the success of the first one. (no pun intended)
Pictures aren't even as well done. oh well.. spend and learn.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun for adults to read, December 23, 2006

By	Patricia Johnson "Tricia J." (Nashville, TN) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Cece Bell's wording and illustrations are so engaging, you will enjoy reading this book over and over. Even the background characters are funny. I thumb through them when I need a giggle. I bought one for a friend's child and one for me! It is the 3rd in the series so far. If you haven't already, just go ahead and purchase all three.

To see some of Cece Bell's art around her house, go to her web site. Sign up for the fan club while you are at it. I did!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet Silliness, December 12, 2006

By	Wantz Upon A Time Reviews "www.wantzuponatime... (Chicago) - See all my reviews

The loveable Sock Monkey character is back, and he must face a fear. He has just landed a super movie role and can't wait. This means he'll get to wear cowboy clothes, ride a horse, lasso a cow, and...KISS A GIRL?! The starring role is too good to pass up, but he can't imagine kissing a girl. Whatever will he do? His friends help where possible, but they can only do so much.

Cece Bell's lively story and illustrations are sweetly funny. The story has a good morale at the end when Sock Monkey must overcome his fear of kissing in order to spare another character's feelings. Readers will learn that when we have to do things we don't want to, things can turn out just fine.

Older preschoolers and younger elementary students will enjoy the sweet silliness of this book.

Reviewed by Christina Wantz Fixemer
12/11/2006

4.5 Balloons on WUAT Kids = 5 Stars on Amazon