[I received a free electronic review copy of this book from Netgalley and Kids Can Press in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.]
Summary
The maker girl from the Most Magnificent series finds another maker in her usual work space. And at first that seems amazing – kindred spirits. They can make something together! But working with others can mean changes – and conflicts. Will they quit or find a way forward together?
Review
This was all I hoped it would be! I have been an Ashley Spires fan from the get go – Binky the Space Cat (♥♥♥♥♥), Larf (♥♥♥♥), The Most Magnificent Thing (♥♥♥♥♥), Burt the Beetle Doesn’t Bite. Her artwork calls to me from across the bookstore or library. I can’t resist her work. And as I already love the other books in this series, I was eager to see how this new story fit.
I loved this completely realistic look at the conflict – and magnificence – that can come from working with others. Both girls love building and creating – but they have different approaches and ideas.
This is a great model for kids when it comes to both friendships and group work. This could be a fantastic read aloud before kicking off group projects in the classroom, pre-teaching how to incorporate different gifts and work styles and how to solve conflicts. Ashley Spires fans should not miss this new story!
Rating: ♥♥♥♥*
*♥♥♥♥ = Great! Might re-read.
