Zoe Gets Ready [Hardcover]

Bethanie Murguia (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2012 | Age Range: 3 - 5 years

A story where getting dressed inspires big dreams!

Each day is full of possibilities, and Zoe wants to be ready for everything this one might bring. But that makes getting dressed really, really hard! If it's a twirling day, she'll need to wear the purple skirt. But if it's a cartwheeling day, she'll want the polka-dot tights. Or it might be a hiding day, perfect for the flower crown that will help her blend into the garden . . . or a flying day, which demands butterfly wings! As the clothes pile up and Mama tells her it's time to go, there's only one way Zoe can be sure she's prepared for all the adventures ahead -- a solution that will have parents laughing in recognition and kids nodding in satisfaction. ZOE GETS READY is perfect for all those little girls who wouldn't have things any other way.

Editorial Reviews

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Praise for Zoe Gets Ready

"This seemingly simple idea subtly encompasses much larger themes about creativity and independence. With layers of meaning, a spunky, fun-loving heroine, and clever use of the butterfly motif throughout, this one is a keeper." —Booklist

"The cartoon simplicity matches the light text and gentle humor, and sparkles on the cover accent the many outfits with great pizzazz. Add this one to the growing list of fun stories for young ladies with style." —School Library Journal

About the Author

Bethanie Deeney Murguia is the author and illustrator of ZOE GETS READY; BUGLETTE, THE MESSY SLEEPER; and SNIPPET THE EARLY RISER. She lives with her family in Sausalito, California. Please visit her website at www.aquapup.com or @aquapup.

Product Details

• Age Range: 3 - 5 years
  
• Hardcover: 40 pages
• Publisher: Arthur A. Levine Books (May 1, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0545342155
• ISBN-13: 978-0545342155
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 9.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (98 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #163,419 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Bethanie Deeney Murguia earned an MFA in Illustration from the School of Visual Arts. Bethanie lives with her family and her fifty pound lap dog, Disco, in Sausalito, CA. She is the creator of Zoe Gets Ready and Buglette, the Messy Sleeper.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Read again and again May 15, 2012

By Suzy Black

Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase

Well, if my four-year-old's demands for a repeat are anything to go by, this book is a winner. It reminds me of the Stella books somehow (Marie-Louise Gay). Zoe is the kind of girl you want to hang out with and her concerns match those of my four-year-old (I want to go and explore so I need pockets for my magnifying glass and a small jar, but I also want to do pirouettes on the grass so I need my tutu).

Highly recommended!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Real Slice of a Child's Life May 24, 2012

By Marie-Elena Barresi

Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase

This book captures perfectly a typical day in the life of my two granddaughters. Tutus, princess dresses, imaginative costumes of every description allow for creative play and fun galore. I think Beth Murguia has created a fanciful and yet accurate portrayal of young children at play. Kids will see themselves at every turn of the page. Excellent illustrations! A wonderful read!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Sparkly and Vivacious,the book Zoe Gets Ready is a Total Hit Here! August 16, 2012

By Jean Yates VINE™ VOICE

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Ah, Zoe !!!!What a TREAT she is, as a personality!

Possibly Zoe might be just exactly like your little girl, your little granddaughter, or your best friend's daughter!

Any little girl around age three or so, who is special to you, deserves to have this darling book in her life!

It is so perfect for so many girls, and so true! You will see how much everyone will just adore it.
The story is lovely, and the illustrations are just fantastic! They have with so many details to notice. Overall, Zoe Gets Ready is SO pretty and fun!

First of all, the book cover has sparkles (real 3-D sparkles texturing the picture) and this is very appealing. You see Zoe contemplating her closet and wardrobe; including the fairy wings which could be donned......doesn't everyone need that? Of course we do!

The story begins with "On school days, soccer days, and rainy days, someone else always chooses what Zoe will wear." Zoe looks a little bored, as she clearly has other ideas for her outfits.
"But today is Saturday, and that means Zoe gets to decide". At this point, you see her room and closet and drawers half opened. Clearly, this is GREAT, to have the opportunity to make her own decisions! Her little sister and their puppy peek in the bedroom door! So sweet!

Then she begins to imagine adventures she will have in different outfits, such as collecting frogs with pockets, or acorns. However already her mother is calling, "Come on and get ready, we aren't spending the whole day in the house"!

Zoe considers a twirling day, as she has a twirling skirt! She contemplates this on her bed while her sister puts pajamas on her head.The bedroom gets messier! Zoe imagines more adventures, simple adventures, including seeing butterflies, sitting in a tree looking down at her sister and dog from above, blending in or standing out. Again her mother calls, and Zoe decides----to wear---everything! Including mittens and scarves and cowboy boots and fairy wings! It is really sweet!
The story is universal, and charmimg. It is beautifully drawn and watercolored. Any child will love it. As will the lucky person reading it aloud!
What a fabulous book!Five stars!