Sophie Miller wants to stand out, starting with her name. She doesn't want to be plain old Sophie, middle child and second Sophie in her class. She decides her new name is Sophie the Awesome. When her friend Kate says that Sophie needs something to be awesome at, Sophie starts trying to outdo other kids. Unfortunately, these attempts land in her trouble, such as when she tries to jump more stares than a former friend and loses hall privileges for her entire class. Trying to eat more french fries at a time than anyone else gets her a lecture from the principal. Trying to be more musical with rhythm instruments earns the class a silent time out. This was a fast read for me and one that younger elementary girls could enjoy with Sophie's nature. Took us a while to care enough to finish this book, but it's cute. I knew it was a keeper when I saw Sarah sitting around the house reading it!! Also caught her staying up reading at night. Learned from the best of 'em. hee hee I can't believe she's old enough for that. At least she hasn't learned yet to hide under the covers and read with a flashlight. Mom, did you know I did that and then pretended to sleep when you came to check on me??? ;0 I bet you did.
What do You think about Sophie The Awesome (2010)?
I thought it was great! But it was a little to easy for me, but it was still "awesome"! (Get it?)
—kat
