Book Review:Zoe Gets Ready by Bethanie Murguia

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Synopsis:  Each day is full of possibilities, and Zoe wants to be ready for everything this one might bring. But that makes getting dressed really, really hard! If it's a twirling day, she'll need to wear the purple skirt. But if it's a cartwheeling day, she'll want the polka-dot tights. Or it might be a hiding day, perfect for the flower crown that will help her blend into the garden . . . or a flying day, which demands butterfly wings! As the clothes  pile up and Mama tells her it's time to go, there's only one way Zoe can be sure she's prepared for all the adventures ahead -- a solution that will have parents laughing in recognition and kids nodding in satisfaction. ZOE GETS READY is perfect for all those little girls who wouldn't have things any other way.









Review: If you have ever had a little girl, you know this story. WHAT will she BE today? Limited only by her imagination, and the available clothes, Zoe must decide, while her mother waits impatiently. We've all been there as parents! Kiddo LOVED the illustrations and easily identified with Zoe, pointing out the same items she has, and what else she could be while wearing them! I loved that the book urged interaction between parent and child, discussing the child's wardrobe. books that get kids talking are ALWAYS rated number one with our family! 


The author is also the illustrator and we were both enchanted with her adorable drawings of Zoe, her wardrobe, and her little dog! This is also a book tat can grow wit her, as an early reader- an additional plus! We highly recommend the book and hope there are future other Zoe books coming!

About the AuthorBethanie Deeney Murguia graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Rochester with a BA in psychology and fine art. She continued her study at the School of Visual Arts in NY where she received her MFA in illustration. She was awarded a merit scholarship after completing her first year of the program. While in New York, she worked as an art director for Hearst Magazines.Bethanie has created illustrations for toy packaging and various children's publications, including Ladybug and My Big Backyard (National Wildlife Federation). Her paintings and design work have been honored with numerous awards.






Disclosure / Disclaimer:  I received this book free of charge, via the Amazon Vine program, for review purposes. No other compensation, monetary or in kind, has been received or implied for this post. Nor was I told how to post about it.

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