BRSC #6-Party Shoes by Noel Streatfield.Children/Middle grade. Classic. Streatfield’s ‘Shoe Books’ follow a simple template: charming British protagonist navigates the --insert performing profession here—world while also balancing life at home. Full disclosure, I absolutely loved these books as a little Kristen. From ages 10-12, there was no literature that ranked higher than “Ballet Shoes”,” Theater Shoes”, and “Dancing Shoes.” But until I found this at a book store closing sale, I had never heard of “Party Shoes.” The plot is simple enough: Selina receives a dress from America at the tail end of WWII, but due to, you know, war, can’t find an occasion to wear it. Her cousins decide to produce a play for the sole purpose of Selina wearing the dress. Hijinks ensue. The plot is more basic than the other Shoe books, but the characters just as charming. The book expertly paints a picture of civilian life during WWII. Likable enough, but if you’re going for an intro to the Shoe books, you can’t beat “Ballet Shoes.” Recommended for: reluctant early readers,fans of the Shoe books.
Posted on: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 19:05:47 +0000
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