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1 The Stupendously Spectacular Spelling Bee
Author: Deborah Abela
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Language(s): English
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A heart-warming story about a girl who's too afraid to follow her dreams, and the family who help make them happen.
India Wimple can
spell. Brilliantly. Every Friday night, she and her family watch the
Stupendously Spectacular Spelling Bee. When the Wimples suggest she enter the
next Bee, India says she's not good enough – but her family won't hear it and
encourage her to sign up.
There are plenty of obstacles to reaching the finals: something in India's past
has made her terribly shy, and moving on to each round involves finding the
money to make it happen.
And finally, there's Summer Millicent Ernestine Beauregard-Champion, a spoilt
rich girl who is determined to win – and isn't afraid to step on anyone who
gets in her way.
KIRKUS REVIEWS
Both droll and heartwarming, the tale is rather more
reminiscent of Little Miss Sunshine than Spellbound in its evocation of the
quirky, lovingly supportive Wimples. This story about facing and overcoming
one's fears is a winner.
SCHOOL LIBRARY CONNECTION
This is a feel-good story that would make an excellent read
aloud. Holly Weimar, Associate Professor, Department of Library Science, Sam
Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas. School Library Connection.
Recommended
SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL
Humorous and poignant, this title will inspire readers with
its kind, courageous heroine and may teach some new words along the way.–Kate
Nafz, Fair Lawn Public Library, NJ
BOOKLIST REVIEW
India is a darling of a character that many readers will
relate to and cheer for in this breezy read. Lindsey Toms.
SHELF AWARENESS
In this charming Australian import, a shy young girl overcomes nerves, mean-spirited co-contestants and tricky vocabulary words in her aspiration to win a major spelling bee.
AUSTRALIAN STANDING ORDERS
‘I absolutely adored The Stupendously Spectacular Spelling Bee. The Book is sweet, funny, moving and all about the triumph of the human spirit against the odds. A lovely, lovely story.’
Belinda Bolliger.
BOOMERANG BOOKS
‘Deb Abela has written quite a backlist of books for children but I think The Stupendously Spectacular Spelling Bee is her best yet.’ Joy Lawn, Teacher/Librarian
http://blog.boomerangbooks.com.au/stupendously-spectacular-spelling-bee/2016/11
BOOMERANG BOOKS
It
is impossible not to love all of Abela’s characters in this tale even the
snarky ones. And while young readers are hanging on every syllable uttered,
they are unwittingly enhancing their vocabulary thanks to each chapter heading:
a new word and definition relating to that chapter. Ingenious! Dimity Powell
READPLUS
A wonderfully charming story. This is a sympathetic and likable tale of a young girl overcoming her fears to achieving her goal. Highly recommended.
http://www.readplus.com.au/blog_detail.php?id=6873
KIDS BOOK REVIEW
I loved the endearing characters of India, Boo and Nana Flo and the dramas emerging at every turn but above all I loved the heart of this tale. India's greatest discovery has nothing at all to do with spelling.
http://www.kids-bookreview.com/2017/01/review-stupendously-spectacular.html#more
BUZZWORDS MAGAZINE
Abela wonderfully captures the caring spirit of family and community. This is a spirited, exciting and heart-warming story that is sure to be enjoyed by young readers.’
Dianne Bates
http://www.buzzwordsmagazine.com/2016/07/the-stupendously-spectacular-spelling.html
SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
‘A warm story of family and friendship. Proof that spelling can be exciting and fun.’ Sandy Fussell
MOMO
This book would make an excellent class read-a-loud especially if your class are participating in a spelling bee.’
http://momotimetoread.blogspot.com.au/2016/09/the-stupendously-spectacular-spelling.html
JUST SO STORIES
India’s journey from her small town to the stage of the Sydney Opera House is full of humour and heart-warming moments. Sending a really positive message about striving for dreams and having a support network this is a great read for children from around 9 years upwards.’ Sue Warren
https://losangzopa.wordpress.com/2016/07/16/the-stupendously-spectacular-spelling-bee-deborah-abela/
THE BOOK CHOOK
‘This is a heart-warming story that would suit kids 7+ who enjoy chapter books. Believable dialogue and well-drawn characters make it a smooth easy read, and while India’s shyness is something many kids will relate to, her gradual burgeoning confidence will have all readers cheering her on.’
http://www.thebookchook.com/2016/12/recommended-books-for-older-readers.html
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