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The One and Only Marigold
by
Florence Parry Heide,
Jill McElmurry (Goodreads Author)
Meet Marigold! From renowned author Florence Parry Heide comes a picture book about one clever, complicated—and hilarious—little girl. Follow Marigold as she buys a new coat (don’t worry, she still wears the old one to bed. She’s a very loyal person), plays a great trick (involving a Special Surprise Treasure Stand and worms), and much more. Along the way you'll meet Marig...more
Hardcover, 40 pages
Published
January 13th 2009
by Schwartz & Wade
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Marigold is a little monkey with her own way of doing things. She has a favorite purple coat that she wears all the time, even in the shower and to bed. But now her coat is wearing out and she has to face replacing her beloved coat. Marigold is a loyal monkey and refuses to give up her best friend, her purple coat for anyone. This includes her other close friend, Maxine who gets upset when Marigold lists the coat before her on her friend list. Maxine storms out and Marigold plots revenge wh...more
I really wanted to like this book. I love picture books with stand-out characters, and this was recommended as one that is really character-oriented. But, I ended up not wanting to hang out with Marigold! She is, for lack of a better word, a brat. And not even an endearing, amusing, somewhat forgivable brat like Eloise. I think we are meant to gather that her brat-nature has developed from a sense of insecurity or something. She doesn't want to get a new coat, because she is so attached to...more
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Lisa Vegan
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Recommends it for:
maybe nobody; lessons on how not to behave?
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Kathryn
I’m a grumpy reader right now. I should have skipped this one, and I was warned by Goodreads’ friend Kathryn’s wonderful review and comments on that review. I’m so behind in my reading so I’m resentful when I read something I don’t enjoy.
The main protagonist in this book is a narcissistic brat and a lousy friend, and she behaves in some very nasty ways. Then, she seems to learn nothing from her experiences or misbehavior. And her friend is a follower in a way that’s not at all health...more
The main protagonist in this book is a narcissistic brat and a lousy friend, and she behaves in some very nasty ways. Then, she seems to learn nothing from her experiences or misbehavior. And her friend is a follower in a way that’s not at all health...more
Please take note, picture book authors. For the most part, brats are NOT cute. Those of us who deal with the real life variety know that, and I'd appreciate fewer books encouraging their parents to egg them on!
And if Marigold is a monkey and Maxine is a hippo, why are there suddenly all kinds of human figures (ranging from a pirate to an Inuit at the end of the first part?
Marigold is a bit "Frances" like. Her "surprise treasure" stand is a funny sequen...more
And if Marigold is a monkey and Maxine is a hippo, why are there suddenly all kinds of human figures (ranging from a pirate to an Inuit at the end of the first part?
Marigold is a bit "Frances" like. Her "surprise treasure" stand is a funny sequen...more
Four stories about an irrepressible monkey child and her hippo best friend, Maxine. The illustrations by Jill McElmurry are delightful, and Marigold herself is in the tradition of Junie B, Ramona, and other feisty young heroines.
I enjoyed the illustrations very much. The argument and relationship problem between the two friends bothered me. I see this as being a real life issue, but a book should teach how to effectively handling fixing the problem rather than making it worse. The bribe that the mother makes to get the daughter to buy a new coat was worrisome. Too often, sweet treats are used as a bargaining tool for children. I would prefer to see conversation and explanation, or perhaps parental decision making t...more
I read this book to my daughter in the library today, and we both CRACKED up!
What a cute little book. From the first lines: "Marigold did not agree with her mother, or her father, or her friend Maxine. But she agreed with herself, and that was the important thing..." I knew I would enjoy this book thoroughly.
I suggest reading this book aloud to a group of kids, and you will all enjoy the stories (the book is cleverly broken into little short vignettes)!
The animation is delightful a...more
What a cute little book. From the first lines: "Marigold did not agree with her mother, or her father, or her friend Maxine. But she agreed with herself, and that was the important thing..." I knew I would enjoy this book thoroughly.
I suggest reading this book aloud to a group of kids, and you will all enjoy the stories (the book is cleverly broken into little short vignettes)!
The animation is delightful a...more
In these four short stories, we learn a lot about Marigold: she loves her old coat; she likes to make lists; Maxine is her second best friend, after her coat; she is good at getting on Maxine's nerves; and she has a wonderful imagination.
Honestly, I didn't like Marigold. I found her obnoxious and irritating. And her hair really bothers me for some reason. That being said, I appreciated her great imagination. I also liked the ending of the book, although I think that Maxine deserves a...more
Honestly, I didn't like Marigold. I found her obnoxious and irritating. And her hair really bothers me for some reason. That being said, I appreciated her great imagination. I also liked the ending of the book, although I think that Maxine deserves a...more
I did not like this book much--I thought Marigold was mean to her best friend (and to everyone around her) in a way that was not enjoyable or excusable. The book was supposed to be about individuality (at least, that's the impression I got), but Marigold took individuality as a license to be rude and disrespectful to adults and mean to friends. As a librarian, I see no need to remove her from the shelves, but as a parent, I see no inducement to check her out again.
Marigold is a very particular little monkey. She likes what she likes (her old coat, herself) with no qualms. Marigold is also thoughtful. She makes lists and plots how to annoy her friend Maxine.
What I thought: A delightful story with lovely illustrations. The author captures the hilarity and audacity of one little monkey. Marigold's adventures could be any girl's adventures--from her love affair with her favorite coat to her uneasy friendship with Maxine.
What I thought: A delightful story with lovely illustrations. The author captures the hilarity and audacity of one little monkey. Marigold's adventures could be any girl's adventures--from her love affair with her favorite coat to her uneasy friendship with Maxine.
I would read this to older kids, maybe for class visits, but definitely not for storytime, even family storytime. I did struggle with whether I liked it or not, mainly because Marigold was a brat. In the end, it was cute, but it would make me question who I would read this too. You definitely would not want to give out any ideas on how to be a brat to parents or friends. Ah, confusing.
This book as three parts. The first part is the best and is great for "be yourself" "you're special" storytimes. Marigold loves her coat but it is old and worn out and her mother makes her go coat shopping. She finds the exact same coat but it is too small. She goes to great lengths to "make it work"
Book of four charming stories about Marigold. She is definitely her own person! She is attached her her purple coat, and it cracks me up. All the stories are short and simple and subtley woven together.
Marigold is headstrong and creative, but the book is amusing. It is divided into a 3 stories, which makes it a bit disjointed for a straight through read. Too much for Story Time, but fun.
Though Marigold is a little bit of a brat, I like her. I love her trying to pick out a new coat and wanting what she will want and she is a creative problem solver. Ages 5+
Check it out for the illustrations. Marigold is an interesting and strong-minded little monkey, and asserts herself in all matters pertaining to her independence.
Another great one! This one is told in short episodes all put together in one book. Marigold has a great way of seeing the world and a great hair cut!!
Some might find Marigold a tad obnoxious(to her mother, to her friend Maxine), but she's also got a great sense of style and humor. Loved the illustrations and the story.
I was entertained! Marigold...you be you! Bravo!
"monkeys, hippos, friendship, favorite object"
Author: Florence Parry Heide
Illustrator: Jill McElmurry
Publisher: Schwartz & Wade
Genre: Picture Book
Summary: A book of mini stories about Marigold’s new coat, new hobby, surprise stand, and new outfit.
Response: This book was simply adorable. I love how the mini stories are all connected with one another.
Theme/Concept/Connection: Coats, Lemonade Stand, Friends, Surprise
Illustrator: Jill McElmurry
Publisher: Schwartz & Wade
Genre: Picture Book
Summary: A book of mini stories about Marigold’s new coat, new hobby, surprise stand, and new outfit.
Response: This book was simply adorable. I love how the mini stories are all connected with one another.
Theme/Concept/Connection: Coats, Lemonade Stand, Friends, Surprise
I guess I relate to obnoxious brats. 5 stars.
This was a fun read. Marigold is quite the character in both writing and illustration. I enjoyed the short 'chapters' done in the same way that Zelda and Ivy is written. I am sure there will be more about Marigold in the future as she is a cheeky little monkey.
Also, the relationship between the frenemies rings true.
Also, the relationship between the frenemies rings true.
Cute story ... would work well for K-1, although both boys seemed to enjoy it.
Part of me says 1 star, part of me says 5. Split the difference.
Lindsay
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"What do I like about writing for children? Everything," says Florence Parry Heide, the award-winning author of more than sixty children’s books, including the classic THE SHRINKING OF TREEHORN, illustrated by Edward Gorey. "I like the connection with children," the author says. "I like the connection with all kinds of book people. And I like the connection with my childho...more
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