In
this first book in the series, readers meet Zoey and her cat, Sassafras. Zoey
seems to me to be approximately six or seven years old. She loves science and
animals. She has a pair of Thinking Goggles that help her solve problems.
Sassafras is her constant companion and BFF.
Zoey
is a little worried about her mom going to a conference for a week. But in her
mom’s office, she discovers a glowing photo of a purple frog! It turns out that
since her mom was her age, magical creatures have been coming to their bar when
they need help. Mom thought she was the only one who could see the frog, who
talks and told her his name was Pip. But Zoey must have inherited her abilities
as well as her curiosity and compassion.
After
her mom tells her about the doorbell and what happens when it rings, Zoey and
Sassafras are eager to get to work. When they answer, they see a “shimmery blue
tail disappear into the forest.” Looking around, Zoey spots a green baby dragon
who doesn’t feel well. She ascertains that because he breathes fire, he must be
hungry.
Using
her journal and her Thinking Goggles, Zoey comes up with an experiment that
should help the little creature, whom she ultimately names Marshmallow.
I
like the science, the strong girl role, and the glossary in the back to help
kids understand some of the terms used in the story. “Easy-to-read language and
illustrations on nearly every page make this series perfect for a wide range of
ages.”
Zoey & Sassafras: Dragons and
Marshmallows receive 5 out of 5 stars
in Julie’s world.
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