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Phoebe and Her Unicorn in Unicorn Theater by Dana Simpson

labunnywtf's review against another edition

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5.0

Received via Netgalley in exchange for a fair and unbiased review

How are these books consistently so freaking adorable?

This is not a collection of strips, as most of the previous books have been. This is one story, wherein Phoebe goes off to drama camp and feels neglected by Marigold, who has recently reconnected with her sister. Who, thankfully, no longer sneezes spiders from her nostrils.

This is a fantastic story for young children dealing with best friends who may be distracted by other people, be it siblings or friends. It's cute and funny with a sweet message and a play that would make Lin-Manuel Miranda proud.

geekwayne's review against another edition

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3.0

'Phoebe and Her Unicorn in Unicorn Theater' with story and art by Dana Simpson takes a turn with this volume and tells one big story instead of a collection of strips.

This summer for camp, Phoebe chooses drama camp. Marigold is also going to meet up with her sister, which leaves Phoebe feeling left out. Phoebe for her camp project decides to write a musical and Marigold's sister lets her in on some secrets. Phoebe learns some lessons about friendship along the way.

I liked the lessons and story and the longer connected story. I felt like the original musical segment went on a bit too long for my tastes, but the story bits around it were nice.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.

maryehavens's review against another edition

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4.0

I was skeptical of these long form Phoebes but I really enjoyed this one! It's probably because Sue was in it and I am Sue sooo.....
I thought Simpson did a good job exploring the jealousies, even if you aren't trying to be jealous, of sister-friends and best friends. I was worried that this might be the last Phoebe and Her Unicorn but I think there's more in store. Yay!!

darkdiamond8989's review against another edition

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funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

It was cute.

balletbookworm's review against another edition

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4.0

A new Phoebe and Her Unicorn GN!

Although I felt this one was a little thin plot-wise compared to The Magic Storm (and no Dakota and her goblins!) this was still sweet and charming and a wonderful read.

daydreamer1983's review against another edition

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4.0

Phoebe and her Unicorn in Unicorn Theatre is a cute book with a meaningful message for elementary students. Arguments, jealousy, and misunderstandings happen on a daily basis, especially with kids. This is a book I would have in my classroom library for students in grades 2-4.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

smurfolis's review against another edition

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5.0

I read this with my 4 year old daughter so this review is hers:

It was so good, I like unicorns. Let’s read another one of the books. I like Marigold and the best part was The Show.

heathersbike's review against another edition

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Sigh. More!

isis_heals_ra_10's review

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adventurous challenging funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? N/A

3.0

kricketa's review against another edition

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3.0

In which Phoebe, Marigold, Sue, and Max attend drama camp. Cute, but the play was a little boring.