The Most Magnificent Thing
by Ashley Spires
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Pub Date Apr 01 2014 | Archive Date Nov 09 2021
Description
A little girl and her canine assistant set out to make the most magnificent thing. But after much hard work, the end result is not what the girl had in mind. Frustrated, she quits. Her assistant suggests a long walk, and as they walk, it slowly becomes clear what the girl needs to do to succeed. A charming story that will give kids the most magnificent thing: perspective!
Advance Praise
“It's a useful description of the creative process, an affirmation of making rather than buying, and a model for girl engineers.”— Publishers Weekly
“It's a useful description of the creative process, an affirmation of making rather than buying, and a model for girl engineers.”— Publishers Weekly
Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9781554537044 |
| PRICE | CA$16.95 (CAD) |
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Featured Reviews
Emily L, Reviewer
This book is a MUST read for all kids of all ages. It is about creativity, trying again and learning that sometimes walking away from a frustrating situation can be just the thing you need to gain the insight you need to complete a task. I loved that the story illustrated multiple attempts at making the magnificent thing, that is was not something that came easy, but took time, making changes, and then a long walk to create the magnificent thing. This is such a great story! I cannot wait to share it in my class!!!!
Dolores G, Educator
What a cute little book and I love the message. It's so sad to see young children suffering from stress and perfectionism. Sad to see them choose to "give up" rather than risk not doing it exactly as they "see it" in their head. This little girl's solution: step back, take a walk, come back, and get a new perspective.
This is definitely a book I will give to my students to read on their own,. They will delight in examining the illustrations.
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