Synopses & Reviews
When Oscar's best friend, Susie Green, forgets to bring the key for her pet rabbit's cage to the pet show, he embarks on an adventure of epic proportions. Oscar learns to read a map, navigates a city, and defeats a bully -- all in a day's work for this intrepid little sock monkey!
Amy Schwartz and Leonard S. Marcus have crafted a sweet, funny story that proves that even little sock monkeys can accomplish big things.
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“Cheerful and optimistic.” New York Times Book Review
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“Oscar keeps his head and stops to smell the roses, even when their thorns prove prickly.” Kirkus Reviews
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“A first choice for groups or individuals.” School Library Journal
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“This charmer is sure to please any child who has counted on a toy for solace.” Booklist
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“A charming story with a satisfying ending.” Publishers Weekly (starred review)
About the Author
Amy Schwartz is the author and illustrator of many picture books for children, including Begin at the Beginning; Things I Learned in Second Grade; Bea and Mr. Jones, a Reading Rainbow feature; What James Likes Best, recipient of the 2004 Charlotte Zolotow Award; and a glorious day.