Annie Barrows is the author of many children's books, including the
Ivy + Bean series and The Magic Half, as well as several books for
adults, including the bestselling novel The Guernsey Literary and
Potato Peel Pie Society . She lives in Northern California with her
husband and two daughters.
Sophie Blackall has illustrated over 20 books for children and
adults. Her illustrations have won awards ranging from the Ezra
Jack Keats Award, the BCCB Blue Ribbon Picture Book Award, and the
Founders Award from the Society of Illustrators and can be found
everywhere from the New York Times to the transit posters on the
New York Subway. Originally from Australia, she now lives in
Brooklyn.
Reader, Parent Librarian Love for Ivy Bean Chapter Books
"These books are fabulous! They remind me of Ramona books when I
was a kid. We read them to our 5 year old and she loves them. They
illustrate normal kid thinking processes and attitudes."
"I read ALL of the books in this series when I was in elementary
school (I am 17 now) and I absolutely LOVED them. This series truly
taught me the joy in reading and creativity, as well as real social
dynamics you see in everyday life (even "cheeky" ones, if you may).
I highly suggest this series to all parents interested in fueling
their kids' love for reading, especially young girls, as I
completely adored Ivy and Bean myself!"
"This book is a must read for all young readers. The story is
light, quirky, and fun, all readers will love it. It has several
laugh-out-loud moments and an upbeat style that readers will love.
This book does have some misbehavior, but it also shows how the
characters regret their bad decisions and feel sorry about them,
which kids need to learn about. I highly recommend this book!"
"Our 7 year-old daughter has really expanded her vocabulary and
reading skills with these chapter books. She loves to read the
books to find out what kind of "trouble" Ivy and Bean get
themselves into."
"My 7-year old granddaughter loves these books about two mismatched
friends and their adventures."
"I think my daughter loves this series because it appeals to her
curious and adventurous and imaginative spirit. While my daughter
loves dolls and princesses, she is strong and curious and loves to
get dirty--this book series appeals to her spirit."
"This is an amazing book. My 6 year old loves reading it."
"This is the ONLY chapter book series that my daughter has fallen
for and will re-read on her own. Honestly, the characters are sooo
great, and even as an adult, I was enjoying seeing the friendship
develop between Ivy and Bean, and seeing what adventures their
imaginations would get them into. I find the characters very
authentic."
"Annie Barrows accomplishes the almost impossible task of
reflecting the world of second graders, creating the tension and
drama of family and friendships in language that can be read easily
by children who recently graduated from easy readers to early
chapter books. " --Lisa Von Drasek, Children's Librarian, Bank
Street College of Education
"Annie Barrows accomplishes the almost impossible task of
reflecting the world of second graders, creating the tension and
drama of family and friendships in language that can be read easily
by children who recently graduated from easy readers to early
chapter books. " --Lisa Von Drasek, Children's Librarian, Bank
Street College of Education
"I read ALL of the books in this series when I was in elementary
school (I am 17 now) and I absolutely LOVED them. This series truly
taught me the joy in reading and creativity, as well as real social
dynamics you see in everyday life (even "cheeky" ones, if you may).
I highly suggest this series to all parents interested in fueling
their kids' love for reading, especially young girls, as I
completely adored Ivy and Bean myself!"
"I think my daughter loves this series because it appeals to her
curious and adventurous and imaginative spirit. While my daughter
loves dolls and princesses, she is strong and curious and loves to
get dirty--this book series appeals to her spirit."
"My 7-year old granddaughter loves these books about two mismatched
friends and their adventures."
"Our 7 year-old daughter has really expanded her vocabulary and
reading skills with these chapter books. She loves to read the
books to find out what kind of "trouble" Ivy and Bean get
themselves into."
"This book is a must read for all young readers. The story is
light, quirky, and fun, all readers will love it. It has several
laugh-out-loud moments and an upbeat style that readers will love.
This book does have some misbehavior, but it also shows how the
characters regret their bad decisions and feel sorry about them,
which kids need to learn about. I highly recommend this book!"
"This is an amazing book. My 6 year old loves reading it."
"This is the ONLY chapter book series that my daughter has fallen
for and will re-read on her own. Honestly, the characters are sooo
great, and even as an adult, I was enjoying seeing the friendship
develop between Ivy and Bean, and seeing what adventures their
imaginations would get them into. I find the characters very
authentic."
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