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beyondevak's review against another edition
5.0
A beautiful story that deals with sacrifice, acceptance, and appreciation, Sophie's Masterpiece is a treasure. I loved it. The discussion that my kids and I had after reading it was priceless.
lattelibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
I remembered reading this at some point in elementary school, so when I came across it as I was cataloging, I took a moment to sit back and reread this sweet story. And, oh, what a sweet story it was. From the dainty illustrations to Sophie's utter generosity, this story is one that I hope will transcend the ages. Partly, because this story shows just how non-violent most spiders are (and we should like spiders more than we do!), and partly because this story is one that will bring nostalgia and happiness to all those who read it.
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cimorene1558's review against another edition
4.0
Delightful, even to a confirmed arachnophobe such as myself!
mat_tobin's review against another edition
5.0
Beautifully told by both Spinelli and Dyer, Sophie the spider spends her time weaving a special gift for the youngest resident of the boarding house she inhabits. The human residents see her as a pest and disgusting and yet her dying gift to a mother and her baby is of a great beauty. A lovely, gentle story about generosity and selflessness of spirit.
alhawk's review against another edition
4.0
Genre: Fantasy
Grade Level: 1-3
A unique aspect of this book is the way the spider is portrayed in it- instead of the main character looking like a typical spider, she looks like a human with eight legs like a spider. It really humanizes the spider and makes the reader think about the context.
Grade Level: 1-3
A unique aspect of this book is the way the spider is portrayed in it- instead of the main character looking like a typical spider, she looks like a human with eight legs like a spider. It really humanizes the spider and makes the reader think about the context.
fieldsla's review against another edition
4.0
Sweet story. Interesting point of view. Good teaching tool!
jaelynnc's review against another edition
2.0
Picture Book. I would read this book again just to look at the pictures. This is definitely designed for younger children I think, just because the language isn't extremely captivating. It's got good morals about putting your heart into something and also what to do when you're outcast. Not my fave, but still good.
breeoxd's review against another edition
4.0
It amazes me how children’s stories about spiders are always so heartwarming. Beautiful story- fully of empathy & compassion. Kinda needed this one today
mat_tobin's review
5.0
Beautifully told by both Spinelli and Dyer, Sophie the spider spends her time weaving a special gift for the youngest resident of the boarding house she inhabits. The human residents see her as a pest and disgusting and yet her dying gift to a mother and her baby is of a great beauty. A lovely, gentle story about generosity and selflessness of spirit.