Girl Who Never Made Mistakes (2011) - Plot & Excerpts
Beatrice Bottomwell has NEVER (not once!) made a mistake.Being well known in her town for never making a mistake – she always remembers to take care of other and to make sure that everything is just right, is just a way of life for her. Tonight’s talent show is no different, she is not concerned, she has won three years in a row. Easy Peasy – that is until that fateful day when things just started to be a little off. One slip in the kitchen almost did her in, but she is not like her brother Carl who enjoys making mistakes, she twisted, turned, and saved the day, because that is what “The Girl Who Never Makes Mistakes” does.Beatrice does not have close calls and because of that, a little inkling has started in her psyche. The “what if’s”, the self-doubts Beatrice has in having an “Almost Mistake”. Frozen with fear she stops allowing herself to have fun, what if someone saw her make a mistake. That is something that she could not, would not allow.As the music starts and the talent show begins, Beatrice notices something odd and before she can control the situation…This is an excellent book for your little perfectionists. By seeing the actions and outcomes in others, you can begin to discuss the importance of trying your best, but realizing that the world does not come to an end when things do not go as planned. That sometimes having a sense of humor and a good laugh at yourself is more important than worrying about what could be. 3.5 stars Although the pictures were not my favorite, I appreciated the message this book offered. Beatrice never makes mistakes. Never. In fact, people in town begin to refer to her as "the girl who never makes mistakes". And then one day, she does. Make a mistake, that is. And laughs about it and learns that we all make mistakes and that trying too hard to be perfect can make you scared to try new things. My 7 yo daughter and I read this together and it was great because she needed to hear this message. I also plan to read this to my second graders in the future. A common refrain in my classroom is, "Everybody makes mistakes." "Mistakes are chances to learn." In fact, I often thank students when they make a common mistake because I can then use it as a chance to teach everyone to avoid that particular pitfall.
What do You think about Girl Who Never Made Mistakes (2011)?
This is a great story for kids. Fun to read with a great ending.
—trang2910
Good book for your little perfectionist at home.AR 2.8
—MichiStori
