The One and Only Sparkella Makes a Plan

Name: The One and Only Sparkella Makes a Plan
Brand: Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd
SKU: 9781250750761
Price: 37.99 NZD
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By Channing Tatum

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Summary

Sparkella is thrilled for her first sleepover with her new friend Tam and prepares a glittery outfit, party essentials, and fun games. However, she faces challenges building a glitter-tastic castle fit for two royal highnesses. With her dad's help, Sparkella learns patience and creative problem-solving when her original plans don't work out.
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In this second picture book from leading actor, producer and director Channing Tatum, a unique little girl wants everything to be perfect for her upcoming sleepover, so her dad steps in to show her the importance of planning and patience.

Description

Sparkella is excited for her first sleepover with her new friend, Tam.

A glittery, glimmering outfit sure to impress? Check!

Everything they need for the awesomest tea party ever? Check!

A collection of games to delight and inspire? Check!

She can't wait for Tam to arrive in a few hours, but first she needs one more very important thing for their sleepover: a castle fit for two royal highnesses. But no matter what she tries, Sparkella just can't seem to get the castle to work. The leopard stones for the wall are too hard to find! The cardboard breaks when she tries to climb to the second floor! The nails are boring and so NOT glitter-tastic.

Sparkella is frustrated, and worried her castle will never be finished in time. But with a little help from her dad, she soon learns the importance of patience, and figuring out creative new ways to do things when your original plans fall through.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

"Laying on saturated colors and sprays of tiny stars with a lavish hand, Barnes depicts the two young 'royals' in flamboyantly decorated settings--even Dad's motorcycle is a dazzling confection awash in bows ... A second scintillating celebration of personal style and dad-daughter DIY." --Kirkus Reviews

"Hollywood superstar Tatum pens a sparkling debut. The endearing representation of a supportive single father makes this book shine; similarly, the illustrations delight throughout, tenderly reflecting Sparkella's struggles and successes. A charming story of self-reliance." --School Library Journal, starred review

"A delightful tale that encourages kids to embrace their individuality." --People

"For the children, or the inner child, in your life." --Oprah Daily

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781250750761

Publisher: Feiwel and Friends

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 May 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Feiwel and Friends

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 228.0mm

Height: 264.0mm

Weight: 371g

Pages: 48

Collections

Channing Tatum Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Channing Tatum has established himself as a leading actor, producer and now director with his debut film, Dog, which he is co-directing with his production partner, Reid Carolin. Together they founded their production company Free Association along with Peter Kiernan. Free Association has produced the 21 Jump Street and Magic Mike franchises. His favorite role to date is being father to his six-year-old daughter, Everly, who loves sparkly, rainbow-y things. He currently resides in Los Angeles. Kim Barnes lives on the Isle of Wight with her partner and two children, Leo and Cameo, who greatly inspire her work. She graduated from Lincoln University, England, and has drawn ever since she was a young child.

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