Moxy’s back, and ready (kind of, sort of) for her big piano recital!
In this hilarious third installment about everyone’s... read full description
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Apr 06, 2010
Jackie
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Moxy Maxwell is excited about her upcoming recital with her sister Pansy. They are performing Heart and Soul. She has her grandmother sewing a regal costume, her mom is making 150 marshmallow cupcakes (even when she just got back from Africa the night before), and her brother is busy taking pictures of every step in process...just one thing is missing. She is forgetting to practice her piece.
As the big moment approaches, Moxie's stomach goes 'purple'. Could it possibly be stage frig More...
As the big moment approaches, Moxie's stomach goes 'purple'. Could it possibly be stage frig More...
Oct 21, 2009
Chris
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In Which Moxy does it again.
Moxy does it again. While it doesn't quite match Stuart Little or Thank You Notes (I only startled my roommate by laughing aloud twelve or thirteen times in this one), the Maxwells are back in full force--with reinforcements from Moxy's aunt Susan Standish and Moxy's piano teacher Ms. Killinger.
One thing I love is that Moxy no longer has the corner on ridiculousness. The rest of the family (and the piano teacher) have definite personalities in this More...
Moxy does it again. While it doesn't quite match Stuart Little or Thank You Notes (I only startled my roommate by laughing aloud twelve or thirteen times in this one), the Maxwells are back in full force--with reinforcements from Moxy's aunt Susan Standish and Moxy's piano teacher Ms. Killinger.
One thing I love is that Moxy no longer has the corner on ridiculousness. The rest of the family (and the piano teacher) have definite personalities in this More...
Sep 12, 2009
Abby
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Moxy Maxwell is at it again! In this installment, she's preparing for her piano recital, but before she can rehearse she has to finish her cape, drink a green grass power shake, and do many other things. My favorite of the Moxy Maxwells so far is the second one because it went a little bit deeper into Moxy's feelings about her family. Unfortunately, this volume did not continue along that vein, but it was still an enjoyable story. I'd recommend Moxy to fans of Clementine, Judy Moody, and others
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Nov 06, 2009
Sarah
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Not my favorite of Moxy’s, but I still smiled all the way through. And I definitely understood a flamboyant Moxy who could find time to make fake ermine trim for a cloak to wear to her recital, even if she couldn’t seem to find time to practice her piece. This book experimented with non-traditional text features that appear in books like The Sisters Club and also with direct addresses to the reader that felt Kate DiCamillo-ish.
Dec 30, 2009
Heidi
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3rd in the Moxy series, Moxy and her sister, Pansy, are busy preparing for the piano duet of "Heart and Soul" for their recital at the Palace Theater. Of course with preparation for Moxy means dress rehearsal complete with a crown and making a fake ermine trim for her cape. Will this procrastinator be able to pull off her first piano debut in time?
Not one of my favorites in the series, but still a light and funny read.
Not one of my favorites in the series, but still a light and funny read.
Apr 12, 2011
Frances
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Oh, Moxy. This seems like a great book for reluctant girl readers, as the chapters are very short and there's lots of repetition. Moxy is funny and quirky. I listened to this one, which meant the repeat of most chapter headings as the first sentence in the chapter grated on my nerves after a while. Though I wouldn't read another one, I'll definitely recommend them to kids.
Oct 25, 2010
Christa
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We read this book out loud also, but it's a lot slower going when we aren't all together all the time like our driving to Florida adventure, so it was read more slowly. Still a good, funny book, but #2 was our fav.
Moxy and her sister are going to play a duet for their piano recital and of course -- more kid drama ensues to make for a good funny read.
Moxy and her sister are going to play a duet for their piano recital and of course -- more kid drama ensues to make for a good funny read.
Feb 05, 2010
Jess
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I do love Moxy. In this installment Moxy is getting ready for her big piano playing debut (but she must share it with her younger sister). While I enjoyed the other two Moxy books this one is still a great book for fans of Junie B. Jones, Ramona, and Judy Moody. Moxy will always be my favorite tween procrastinator.
Apr 15, 2011
I'm always on the lookout for books to inspire my students in a fun way. The writing was clever and I could recommend it, but not for the reason that it was all that inspiring. Just a cute book.
Jan 11, 2010
Camille
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I don't know where I've been but I had not read a Moxy Maxwell book before. Oh my gosh, so funny. I laughed and laughed. Great addition to Junie B., Judy Moody, Eloise girls.
Jul 10, 2010
Megan
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eight and up. A funny story about a little diva and her struggle to shine at her piano recital. The book includes fun photo like pictures that go along with the story.
Mar 31, 2011
Mary
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Very cute. Moxy, like many little girl is much more taken with the outfit, bows and other aspects of performing than she is with practicing for the recital.
Nov 08, 2009
Samantha
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Anyone who has ever had a first recital can really relate to this book. And of course, if you like spunky heroines, you will also relate to this book.
Nov 13, 2009
Beth/Sr. Elizabeth
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So funny although if I had to teach Moxy, I would probably go crazy! Also love the photo illustrations. Great series!
Oct 15, 2009
meg
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a little precocious, sure, but a fast, funny, and pretty relatable read about the ultimate tween procrastinator.
Oct 30, 2009
Melissa
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Oh, I love Moxy. She makes me laugh. And I love the style that Gifford gives the book. Totally fabulous.
Sep 08, 2009
Joy
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In the same vein as Junie B, Ramona, Judy Moody and more. Fun and easy to read.
Sep 10, 2009
Alicia
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Not as funny as the first two but still really good. It's an easy, fast read.
Jan 24, 2010
Brett
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Moxy is not always admirable & sometimes she's very grating indeed, but the writing style is very catchy.
Sep 04, 2009
Kati
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Cute book, I think upper elementary and some middle school girls would enjoy this series.
Sep 26, 2009
Lora
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Similar to the other Moxy books, great for booktalking. I'd recommend this to any elementary kid.
Jan 29, 2011
Dextersgirl
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I thought this might be a good book for Grace, but it was too much like Junie B. Jones. Obnoxious. I wouldn't recommend it to Grace.
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