Sophie's Squash

Sophie's SquashSeries

This series explores the heartwarming and whimsical friendship between a young girl and her unusual companion, a squash. Through gentle humor and a deep understanding of childhood emotions, the stories delve into themes of growth, loss, and the natural world. Each book offers unique perspectives on life's cycles and the importance of caring for loved ones, no matter how unconventional they may be. It's a tale of seasonal changes and unforgettable bonds.

Sophie's Squash

Pat Miller

40 pages
2 hours of reading

4.3(3558)Add rating

Kids will love this playful story of of a unique fall friendship between a girl . . . and her squash! On a trip to the farmers' market with her parents, Sophie chooses a squash, but instead of letting her mom cook it, she names it Bernice. From then on, Sophie brings Bernice everywhere, despite her parents' gentle warnings that Bernice will begin to rot. As winter nears, Sophie does start to notice changes.... What's a girl to do when the squash she loves is in trouble? The recipient of four starred reviews, an Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Honor, and a Charlotte Zolotow Honor, Sophie's Squash will be a fresh addition to any collection of autumn books

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