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the smallest girl ever; the boy who could fly
By Gardner, Sally
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on February 1, 2009
Gr 2-4 Gardner continues her series about children with magical abilities with these two short novels, presented in a "flip over" volume. Thomas is granted his wish to fly on his ninth birthday, making for many complications at home and school. Although his tale has some charm, "The Smallest Girl" is the stronger and more interesting story. Ruby Genie is the daughter of the greatest magicians ever. Unfortunately, she a...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2008
In <i>Girl</i>, the daughter of neglectful magicians realizes that, despite previous indications to the contrary, she <i>...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Junior Library Guild
Reviewed on January 1, 2009
Sally Gardner adds two more quietly humorous tales to her Magical Kids series. Each story offers some gentle lessons mixed with the matter-of-fact fantasy adventure. The Boy Who Could Fly presents a cautionary tale against losing sight of the important things in life. (Thomas’s dad is trying so hard to be grown-up and responsible that he loses track of his dreams and having fun.) It also offers a quiet warning ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
