Sock Monkey Rides Again - Softcover

Bell, Cece

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1406302260 ISBN 13: 9781406302264

Publisher: Walker Childrens Paperbacks, 2007

Synopsis

Sock Monkey can hardly believe his ears - he's landed a part in a singing cowboy movie. Yee-haw! He will get to yodel, ride a horse, lasso a cow and - oh no! - kiss the leading lady! Will he be able to corral his courage, ready for the big moment? With a little bit of encouragement from his friends, Sock Monkey pulls off a brilliant, audience-pleasing performance!

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About the Author

Cece Bell is the author-illustrator of Sock Monkey Goes to Hollywood (0-7445-9850-8) and Sock Monkey Boogie-Woogie (1-84428-183-3). She says, "I've always loved those fabulous outfits that singing cowboys like Gene Autry got to wear and I thought Sock Monkey would look great in such an outfit. He looks even more sensational that I hoped he would! Hooo-eeee!" Cece lives in Virginia, USA, with her husband and two sons.

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 2—In his third adventure, Sock Monkey, the famous toy actor, gets his big break. He's been cast to play a singing cowboy in Hubbub at the Happy Canyon Hoedown. His friends help him prepare for the part by teaching him how to yodel, ride a horse, and lasso a cow. Decked out in his sensational cowboy suit, he is almost ready when filming starts the next day. Sock Monkey aces all his scenes, but when it's time for him to kiss his leading lady, the girl-shy hero just can't do it. Poor Lulu's tears make him realize that there is only one way to apologize, and he kisses her on the cheek. "Cut! That's a wrap!" calls the director. Sock Monkey and Lulu ride off into the sunset, knowing their movie will make them stars. This lighthearted confection doesn't break any new ground, but its colorful, childlike drawings and breezy plot make it a quick, enjoyable read. Sock Monkey makes a new friend, and everybody gets along. If only real life were that simple!—Martha Simpson, Stratford Library Association, CT
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Edition details

• Publisher: Walker Childrens Paperbacks
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1406302260
• ISBN 13: 9781406302264
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32