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Sophie Washington: Code One
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Anything Boys Can Do Girls Can Do Better!
Xavier Academy is having a computer coding competition with a huge cash prize! Sixth grader Sophie Washington and her friend Chloe can’t wait to enter with their other classmates, Nathan and Toby. The only problem is that the boys don’t think the girls are smart enough for their team and have already asked two other kids to work with them. Determined to beat the boys, Sophie and Chloe join forces with classmates Mariama, Valentina, and “brainiac,” Rani Patel, to form their own all-girl team called “Code One.” Computer coding isn’t easy, and the young ladies get more than they bargain for when hilarious mishaps stand in their way. It’s girls versus boys in the computer coding competition as Sophie and her friends work day and night to prove that anything boys can do girls can do better!
Anything Boys Can Do Girls Can Do Better!
Xavier Academy is having a computer coding competition with a huge cash prize! Sixth grader Sophie Washington and her friend Chloe can’t wait to enter with their other classmates, Nathan and Toby. The only problem is that the boys don’t think the girls are smart enough for their team and have already asked two other kids to work with them. Determined to beat the boys, Sophie and Chloe join forces with classmates Mariama, Valentina, and “brainiac,” Rani Patel, to form their own all-girl team called “Code One.” Computer coding isn’t easy, and the young ladies get more than they bargain for when hilarious mishaps stand in their way. It’s girls versus boys in the computer coding competition as Sophie and her friends work day and night to prove that anything boys can do girls can do better!
- GenresContemporaryChildrens
135 pages, ebook
Published February 21, 2019
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About the author
Tonya Duncan Ellis
21 books355 followersTonya Duncan Ellis is author of THEY BUILT ME FOR FREEDOM (HarperCollins, Balzer + Bray, 2024) and the SOPHIE WASHINGTON children’s chapter series. She is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), the Authors Guild, and the Brown Bookshelf’s Highlights Foundation-sponsored Amplify Black Stories storyteller cohort. Tonya has spoken and taught at writing conferences at the Highlights Foundation and for SCBWI in New York City and for SCBWI Houston and Austin, TX chapters. A former journalist and freelance magazine writer, she lives in Houston, Texas.
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March 17, 2019
I enjoyed this book, it was fun and an easy to read page turner!
I loved the illustrations throughout the book. They really brought the story to life.
I liked the multicultural differences between the characters and how the book shared titbits about the various cultures.
I think the book is empowering for girls, and can give them confidence to embrace technology.
The book teaches that working hard and doing the best job possible as a team, versus winning is more important.
It also shows how siblings get on each others nerves at times, but realise finally that they can help each other out and become closer in doing so.
I thought the rivalry between the girls and the boys and how quickly this was forgotten when the competition results were announced (particularly around the dialogue), seemed a little unlikely.
Overall I recommend this book and think it will be very much enjoyed by young readers!
I loved the illustrations throughout the book. They really brought the story to life.
I liked the multicultural differences between the characters and how the book shared titbits about the various cultures.
I think the book is empowering for girls, and can give them confidence to embrace technology.
The book teaches that working hard and doing the best job possible as a team, versus winning is more important.
It also shows how siblings get on each others nerves at times, but realise finally that they can help each other out and become closer in doing so.
I thought the rivalry between the girls and the boys and how quickly this was forgotten when the competition results were announced (particularly around the dialogue), seemed a little unlikely.
Overall I recommend this book and think it will be very much enjoyed by young readers!
June 14, 2019
Girl gang girl power
I enjoyed reading about the girl gang and everything they get up to. The story flows well and I like the way other cultures are discussed.
Coding would not have been something I would have done, except as a challenge. Which is what the girls do. It's good that they realise in the end how competition can make you lose friends and it's always easier to work together.
I enjoyed reading about the girl gang and everything they get up to. The story flows well and I like the way other cultures are discussed.
Coding would not have been something I would have done, except as a challenge. Which is what the girls do. It's good that they realise in the end how competition can make you lose friends and it's always easier to work together.
June 20, 2019
Great book!
I got Sophie Washington: Code One, to read with my daughter. We just got done and she loved it! Her favorite part of the story was Cole And Sophie pranking each other. The story flowed well and kept her 6 year old mind entertained and got her thinking about taking a coding class!
I got Sophie Washington: Code One, to read with my daughter. We just got done and she loved it! Her favorite part of the story was Cole And Sophie pranking each other. The story flowed well and kept her 6 year old mind entertained and got her thinking about taking a coding class!
August 13, 2020
I LOVED code 1. I loved the part when the boys kept saying tey will beat the girls but I guess they both liked each others idea. However, when Rani spilled the juice they nearly gave up. They were so lucky they had saved a photo on their phone. They lost friendship with Rani but theen got it back and had a faboulous idea of their app!
April 3, 2019
Sophie is back! A year on from Sophie, Queen of the Bee, our heroine finds herself facing a new challenge. Sick of her show-off "friend" Nathan crowing about his game idea, and annoyed at not being allowed into his coding club group, Sophie decides to form her own squad of crack coders. They aim to win a competition and grab the $200 first prize.
But before they can prove girls are as good as boys, they have to recruit Rani, a shy, clumsy classmate, and come up with a winning idea.
Like the earlier book, the writing here is assured and perfectly pitched to its intended audience. Sophie has grown up a bit, and she has started noticing things like fashion and friendship issues (both of these come into play in the story). But, again, the sweetest part of the story is reserved for Sophie's realistic but touching relationship with her little brother Cole, who as also grown up a bit.
The reason I haven't given this instalment top marks is that it's structurally very similar to the earlier book. It's a winning formula, but I like a bit of variation and surprise. In addition, the head-to-head competition isn't as nail-biting as in Queen of the Bee, but it still drives the story along. Again, well worth a read.
But before they can prove girls are as good as boys, they have to recruit Rani, a shy, clumsy classmate, and come up with a winning idea.
Like the earlier book, the writing here is assured and perfectly pitched to its intended audience. Sophie has grown up a bit, and she has started noticing things like fashion and friendship issues (both of these come into play in the story). But, again, the sweetest part of the story is reserved for Sophie's realistic but touching relationship with her little brother Cole, who as also grown up a bit.
The reason I haven't given this instalment top marks is that it's structurally very similar to the earlier book. It's a winning formula, but I like a bit of variation and surprise. In addition, the head-to-head competition isn't as nail-biting as in Queen of the Bee, but it still drives the story along. Again, well worth a read.
March 20, 2019
Code One was my first introduction to Sophie Washington. Readers are introduced to interesting and likable characters who start out as merely interested in a coding team to win a contest, but turn out making friends and learning about respect and working together. Initially I was a bit put off by the "boys" vs "girls" nature of the story, but this aspect is resolved in the story itself. I loved the diverse nature of the characters in the book and respectful attitudes of the families involved. Advanced elementary and middle grade kids would enjoy this book. Information on actual coding is minimal, but the book has interesting facts about places and cultures are sprinkled throughout, that many readers will enjoy. I received a copy of this book from an author sponsored Goodreads book giveaway.
May 30, 2022
excellent read and motivation for kids to code
I love the sequence of events in this book and all the diversity of kids cultures and inclusivity with kids with a disability. Each character had a distinct background which complemented the other.
The story is fun and very engaging.
I love the sequence of events in this book and all the diversity of kids cultures and inclusivity with kids with a disability. Each character had a distinct background which complemented the other.
The story is fun and very engaging.
May 26, 2019
Another top-notch read in the Sophie Washington Book Series!
I have seriously fallen in love with this Book Series!
The author continues to shine with her impressive writing technique with each Sophie Washington book!
This is the fifth book I’ve read in The Sophie Washington Book Series, and this is the sixth book in the series that I’ve featured on my blog! I have truly enjoyed every single one of them! So yes, I was stoked to read and review this book – and it did not disappoint one bit!
I love the characters!! Sophie, her little brother, Cole, her family, her friends, Chloe, Valentina, Mariama, Rani, and classmates Toby and Nathan – they were all enjoyable, likable, genuine, realistic, and relatable. There's no doubt fellow readers are able to easily connect with these characters!
I really like that this book takes real-life issues head on and allows the young reader to easily connect with the characters and the situations they get into at home and at school.
There are some exciting twists and turns and unexpected moments that will keep you guessing!
This book series is just filled with so many wonderful life lessons and morals and this particular book did not miss the mark!
I liked that this book touched on so many topics such as friendship, family, love, forgiveness, faith, bullying, torment, support, overcoming challenges, new beginnings, respect, compassion, appreciation, dignity, honor, recognition, and so much more.
The author continues to show her Texas roots by throwing in so many references throughout the book since the book does take place in the Houston Suburbs. I have been to Houston many times, and I have lived in several parts of Texas before. So, I really enjoy when I read a book from there that the real Texas is found in the pages – and it sure was!
This book has a great storyline that flows, fantastic writing style with detailed scenes, beautiful illustrated images, well-developed characters, important and educational life lessons, is steady paced, and keeps you completely entertained through the last page – regardless of your age!
I think the best part of this book being for middle graders, is that it’s a fun, cool, intriguing, suspenseful book for them! It’s not a dumbed down kid’s book and it’s not a book that a parent can be worried that their kid is reading. It’s a book that a kid will want to read, won’t be embarrassed to read in front of their friends or their parents. It’s the right kind of a book a kid should be reading and the right kind of book their parent will be glad they are reading!
This book is book seven of the Sophie Washington Book Series. Although I have read other books in this series, this book can absolutely be read on its own as a standalone without any fear of getting lost or confused. However, I am really enjoying this book series, and would totally recommend the whole series!!
This book is “G” rated as there is no swearing, no violence, no adult situations, and no sexual content.
I would absolutely recommend this book for middle graders as I think they would love this book and the Sophie Washington Book Series!
This book is marketed towards middle grades and I totally agree! However, I might even go as far as to suggest this book for readers in third grade to seventh grade as they too would also easily enjoy this book and book series as well!
**Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book and have voluntarily provided an honest, and unbiased review in accordance with FTC regulations.**
I have seriously fallen in love with this Book Series!
The author continues to shine with her impressive writing technique with each Sophie Washington book!
This is the fifth book I’ve read in The Sophie Washington Book Series, and this is the sixth book in the series that I’ve featured on my blog! I have truly enjoyed every single one of them! So yes, I was stoked to read and review this book – and it did not disappoint one bit!
I love the characters!! Sophie, her little brother, Cole, her family, her friends, Chloe, Valentina, Mariama, Rani, and classmates Toby and Nathan – they were all enjoyable, likable, genuine, realistic, and relatable. There's no doubt fellow readers are able to easily connect with these characters!
I really like that this book takes real-life issues head on and allows the young reader to easily connect with the characters and the situations they get into at home and at school.
There are some exciting twists and turns and unexpected moments that will keep you guessing!
This book series is just filled with so many wonderful life lessons and morals and this particular book did not miss the mark!
I liked that this book touched on so many topics such as friendship, family, love, forgiveness, faith, bullying, torment, support, overcoming challenges, new beginnings, respect, compassion, appreciation, dignity, honor, recognition, and so much more.
The author continues to show her Texas roots by throwing in so many references throughout the book since the book does take place in the Houston Suburbs. I have been to Houston many times, and I have lived in several parts of Texas before. So, I really enjoy when I read a book from there that the real Texas is found in the pages – and it sure was!
This book has a great storyline that flows, fantastic writing style with detailed scenes, beautiful illustrated images, well-developed characters, important and educational life lessons, is steady paced, and keeps you completely entertained through the last page – regardless of your age!
I think the best part of this book being for middle graders, is that it’s a fun, cool, intriguing, suspenseful book for them! It’s not a dumbed down kid’s book and it’s not a book that a parent can be worried that their kid is reading. It’s a book that a kid will want to read, won’t be embarrassed to read in front of their friends or their parents. It’s the right kind of a book a kid should be reading and the right kind of book their parent will be glad they are reading!
This book is book seven of the Sophie Washington Book Series. Although I have read other books in this series, this book can absolutely be read on its own as a standalone without any fear of getting lost or confused. However, I am really enjoying this book series, and would totally recommend the whole series!!
This book is “G” rated as there is no swearing, no violence, no adult situations, and no sexual content.
I would absolutely recommend this book for middle graders as I think they would love this book and the Sophie Washington Book Series!
This book is marketed towards middle grades and I totally agree! However, I might even go as far as to suggest this book for readers in third grade to seventh grade as they too would also easily enjoy this book and book series as well!
**Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book and have voluntarily provided an honest, and unbiased review in accordance with FTC regulations.**
May 26, 2019
Another top-notch read in the Sophie Washington Book Series!
I have seriously fallen in love with this Book Series!
The author continues to shine with her impressive writing technique with each Sophie Washington book!
This is the fifth book I’ve read in The Sophie Washington Book Series, and this is the sixth book in the series that I’ve featured on my blog! I have truly enjoyed every single one of them! So yes, I was stoked to read and review this book – and it did not disappoint one bit!
I love the characters!! Sophie, her little brother, Cole, her family, her friends, Chloe, Valentina, Mariama, Rani, and classmates Toby and Nathan – they were all enjoyable, likable, genuine, realistic, and relatable. There's no doubt fellow readers are able to easily connect with these characters!
I really like that this book takes real-life issues head on and allows the young reader to easily connect with the characters and the situations they get into at home and at school.
There are some exciting twists and turns and unexpected moments that will keep you guessing!
This book series is just filled with so many wonderful life lessons and morals and this particular book did not miss the mark!
I liked that this book touched on so many topics such as friendship, family, love, forgiveness, faith, bullying, torment, support, overcoming challenges, new beginnings, respect, compassion, appreciation, dignity, honor, recognition, and so much more.
The author continues to show her Texas roots by throwing in so many references throughout the book since the book does take place in the Houston Suburbs. I have been to Houston many times, and I have lived in several parts of Texas before. So, I really enjoy when I read a book from there that the real Texas is found in the pages – and it sure was!
This book has a great storyline that flows, fantastic writing style with detailed scenes, beautiful illustrated images, well-developed characters, important and educational life lessons, is steady paced, and keeps you completely entertained through the last page – regardless of your age!
I think the best part of this book being for middle graders, is that it’s a fun, cool, intriguing, suspenseful book for them! It’s not a dumbed down kid’s book and it’s not a book that a parent can be worried that their kid is reading. It’s a book that a kid will want to read, won’t be embarrassed to read in front of their friends or their parents. It’s the right kind of a book a kid should be reading and the right kind of book their parent will be glad they are reading!
This book is book seven of the Sophie Washington Book Series. Although I have read other books in this series, this book can absolutely be read on its own as a standalone without any fear of getting lost or confused. However, I am really enjoying this book series, and would totally recommend the whole series!!
This book is “G” rated as there is no swearing, no violence, no adult situations, and no sexual content.
I would absolutely recommend this book for middle graders as I think they would love this book and the Sophie Washington Book Series!
This book is marketed towards middle grades and I totally agree! However, I might even go as far as to suggest this book for readers in third grade to seventh grade as they too would also easily enjoy this book and book series as well!
**Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book and have voluntarily provided an honest, and unbiased review in accordance with FTC regulations.**
I have seriously fallen in love with this Book Series!
The author continues to shine with her impressive writing technique with each Sophie Washington book!
This is the fifth book I’ve read in The Sophie Washington Book Series, and this is the sixth book in the series that I’ve featured on my blog! I have truly enjoyed every single one of them! So yes, I was stoked to read and review this book – and it did not disappoint one bit!
I love the characters!! Sophie, her little brother, Cole, her family, her friends, Chloe, Valentina, Mariama, Rani, and classmates Toby and Nathan – they were all enjoyable, likable, genuine, realistic, and relatable. There's no doubt fellow readers are able to easily connect with these characters!
I really like that this book takes real-life issues head on and allows the young reader to easily connect with the characters and the situations they get into at home and at school.
There are some exciting twists and turns and unexpected moments that will keep you guessing!
This book series is just filled with so many wonderful life lessons and morals and this particular book did not miss the mark!
I liked that this book touched on so many topics such as friendship, family, love, forgiveness, faith, bullying, torment, support, overcoming challenges, new beginnings, respect, compassion, appreciation, dignity, honor, recognition, and so much more.
The author continues to show her Texas roots by throwing in so many references throughout the book since the book does take place in the Houston Suburbs. I have been to Houston many times, and I have lived in several parts of Texas before. So, I really enjoy when I read a book from there that the real Texas is found in the pages – and it sure was!
This book has a great storyline that flows, fantastic writing style with detailed scenes, beautiful illustrated images, well-developed characters, important and educational life lessons, is steady paced, and keeps you completely entertained through the last page – regardless of your age!
I think the best part of this book being for middle graders, is that it’s a fun, cool, intriguing, suspenseful book for them! It’s not a dumbed down kid’s book and it’s not a book that a parent can be worried that their kid is reading. It’s a book that a kid will want to read, won’t be embarrassed to read in front of their friends or their parents. It’s the right kind of a book a kid should be reading and the right kind of book their parent will be glad they are reading!
This book is book seven of the Sophie Washington Book Series. Although I have read other books in this series, this book can absolutely be read on its own as a standalone without any fear of getting lost or confused. However, I am really enjoying this book series, and would totally recommend the whole series!!
This book is “G” rated as there is no swearing, no violence, no adult situations, and no sexual content.
I would absolutely recommend this book for middle graders as I think they would love this book and the Sophie Washington Book Series!
This book is marketed towards middle grades and I totally agree! However, I might even go as far as to suggest this book for readers in third grade to seventh grade as they too would also easily enjoy this book and book series as well!
**Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book and have voluntarily provided an honest, and unbiased review in accordance with FTC regulations.**
April 29, 2019
I always love it when a new Sophie Washington book drops. I have read almost all of them and have never been disappointed. This latest one, Code One, is no exception.
The kids are embarking upon a new adventure, this time in the world of coding, which is hot for this upcoming generation. Don't worry, it doesn't delve so deep that you will feel lost. It just introduces the concept enough to wet your whistle for learning more. Best of all, it immediately nips in the bud the idea that girls aren't as good as such things as boys. The boys may think that they are and try to talk the girls out of it, but instead the ladies feel empowered to take them on and show them up. You may actually be surprised at the end results.
I have to admit that I also felt a little inspired to try to check out some of the free Python courses that hit my inbox on occasion, just so that I could catch up to these kids!
This book also introduces us to Rani, whose family is from India. One thing I love about this series is how Sophie is always meeting new friends from all different cultures and backgrounds. Rani's contributions to the group are great, both on an intellectual level, and from a cultural one. I always hope that kids will reach out to those from other cultures in order to understand each other better and to enrich their lives and love how this series encourages this.
I also like the continued dynamic between Sophie and her brother. They totally pick on each other all the time, and yet love each other so much. Their parents are still firm, yet kind and are not afraid to let the kids learn life lessons for themselves.
So yet another great installment in this series. As always, I am looking forward to the next one!
I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
The kids are embarking upon a new adventure, this time in the world of coding, which is hot for this upcoming generation. Don't worry, it doesn't delve so deep that you will feel lost. It just introduces the concept enough to wet your whistle for learning more. Best of all, it immediately nips in the bud the idea that girls aren't as good as such things as boys. The boys may think that they are and try to talk the girls out of it, but instead the ladies feel empowered to take them on and show them up. You may actually be surprised at the end results.
I have to admit that I also felt a little inspired to try to check out some of the free Python courses that hit my inbox on occasion, just so that I could catch up to these kids!
This book also introduces us to Rani, whose family is from India. One thing I love about this series is how Sophie is always meeting new friends from all different cultures and backgrounds. Rani's contributions to the group are great, both on an intellectual level, and from a cultural one. I always hope that kids will reach out to those from other cultures in order to understand each other better and to enrich their lives and love how this series encourages this.
I also like the continued dynamic between Sophie and her brother. They totally pick on each other all the time, and yet love each other so much. Their parents are still firm, yet kind and are not afraid to let the kids learn life lessons for themselves.
So yet another great installment in this series. As always, I am looking forward to the next one!
I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
April 27, 2019
Tonya Duncan Ellis has done it again. Written a middle grade book that I didn’t put down til I’d read every page. I must admit I have read and reviewed another of her books and was just as happy with it.
The series story is written around a family, a couple and two children. It contains everything you can imagine a younger brother and his sister go through…brother teasing the older girl, kids fighting, some bullying at school, making friends. etc. All the good things we experienced at that age and all the very hurtful ones. All of the things our parents were mad at us about and all of the things they encouraged. But here’s the difference in Ellis’ stories. That’s what they are. Stories. Never a preachy lesson, yet easy and fun to read and always with something going on. This time it’s a competitive project in school.
At times it’s difficult to describe what one thinks about characters in this age genre. On the other hand, I liked Sophie and her brother Cole. I liked her friends too. I’ve read a lot of adult books that I couldn't remember the characters names. To me this means there must have been some distinct definition here, or everything wouldn’t stick with me as it has.
This would be a great book for parents to read with their 4th thru 6th graders. It could easily invoke some very good discussions. Even family dinner table conversations (do those exist anymore). And most certainly ideas and subjects that wouldn’t hurt any of us to revisit.
The series story is written around a family, a couple and two children. It contains everything you can imagine a younger brother and his sister go through…brother teasing the older girl, kids fighting, some bullying at school, making friends. etc. All the good things we experienced at that age and all the very hurtful ones. All of the things our parents were mad at us about and all of the things they encouraged. But here’s the difference in Ellis’ stories. That’s what they are. Stories. Never a preachy lesson, yet easy and fun to read and always with something going on. This time it’s a competitive project in school.
At times it’s difficult to describe what one thinks about characters in this age genre. On the other hand, I liked Sophie and her brother Cole. I liked her friends too. I’ve read a lot of adult books that I couldn't remember the characters names. To me this means there must have been some distinct definition here, or everything wouldn’t stick with me as it has.
This would be a great book for parents to read with their 4th thru 6th graders. It could easily invoke some very good discussions. Even family dinner table conversations (do those exist anymore). And most certainly ideas and subjects that wouldn’t hurt any of us to revisit.
May 13, 2019
"Sophie Washington: Code One" by Tonya Duncan Ellis continues to follow young Sophie’s adventures. This time, she and her girlfriends want to win the school computer coding contest, not only for the prize money, but to show the boys that girls can code just as well as they can.
This story is part of the delightful ‘Sophie Washington’ series and is another inspirational and entertaining tale. I love that these stories not only highlight the value of diversity and the enrichment potential of learning about other cultures, but also touch upon realistic tragedies like natural disasters that destroy homes and force relocation.
This particular book touches briefly on challenges such as dyslexia, overbooking of extracurricular activities, and how a different environment can change a child’s capabilities and instill confidence. The gender divide that permeates such things as science is touched upon as Sophie and her friends decide to show that they can not only multi-task but can learn how to utilize coding and make it relevant to their interests. Sibling rivalry is also still very much present but so is the very real affection between Sophie and her brother, and who wouldn’t want parents like theirs? I think this is another great addition to the series and I am delighted to have books like these to inspire children and teach them how to compete and cooperate without being too heavy-handed.
A copy of this title was provided for review
This story is part of the delightful ‘Sophie Washington’ series and is another inspirational and entertaining tale. I love that these stories not only highlight the value of diversity and the enrichment potential of learning about other cultures, but also touch upon realistic tragedies like natural disasters that destroy homes and force relocation.
This particular book touches briefly on challenges such as dyslexia, overbooking of extracurricular activities, and how a different environment can change a child’s capabilities and instill confidence. The gender divide that permeates such things as science is touched upon as Sophie and her friends decide to show that they can not only multi-task but can learn how to utilize coding and make it relevant to their interests. Sibling rivalry is also still very much present but so is the very real affection between Sophie and her brother, and who wouldn’t want parents like theirs? I think this is another great addition to the series and I am delighted to have books like these to inspire children and teach them how to compete and cooperate without being too heavy-handed.
A copy of this title was provided for review
November 10, 2019
I received this book for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.
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This series just keeps getting better and better! Ellis captures the mindset of a preteen girl effortlessly. I love seeing what adventures Sophie and her friends get into, not to mention the great lessons they learn along the way.
With STEM such a big topic right now, this book’s focus on coding felt timely. Ellis explains the basics of coding in enough detail to spark interest but in simple enough terms for her target audience. I enjoyed the project Sophie and her friends came up with, and the outcome for their team fit the story well and added to the lessons being taught.
As always, the family dynamic between Sophie, her brother, and her parents was exquisitely drawn. Sophie and her friends also have great chemistry on the page. With their coding project, I felt like the diversity of Sophie’s group really shone in this book. The addition of a new friend to their group was also really nice. The girls all felt realistic in every way, especially when they decided to enter the coding competition to show-up the boys. So sixth grade right there.
In short, I really enjoyed this. I hope there’s more to come for this series, and I’ll definitely be first in line to read any future books.
Read an excerpt and follow the Goddess Fish book tour here.
This series just keeps getting better and better! Ellis captures the mindset of a preteen girl effortlessly. I love seeing what adventures Sophie and her friends get into, not to mention the great lessons they learn along the way.
With STEM such a big topic right now, this book’s focus on coding felt timely. Ellis explains the basics of coding in enough detail to spark interest but in simple enough terms for her target audience. I enjoyed the project Sophie and her friends came up with, and the outcome for their team fit the story well and added to the lessons being taught.
As always, the family dynamic between Sophie, her brother, and her parents was exquisitely drawn. Sophie and her friends also have great chemistry on the page. With their coding project, I felt like the diversity of Sophie’s group really shone in this book. The addition of a new friend to their group was also really nice. The girls all felt realistic in every way, especially when they decided to enter the coding competition to show-up the boys. So sixth grade right there.
In short, I really enjoyed this. I hope there’s more to come for this series, and I’ll definitely be first in line to read any future books.
March 11, 2019
I selected this book out of curiosity about the reading material available today to older primary school students. What do kids like to read about? How has pre-teen language changed? Do current books handle important social issues in a way to which youngsters can relate?
Sophie Washington: Code One answered all my questions while I thoroughly enjoyed reading how Sophie and her girlfriends came together in the hopes of winning a computer coding competition. Of course, their decision to enter the contest would pit them against groups of boys with the same hope in mind. Naturally, what evolves is the classic male vs female game of which group is smarter, better than the other.
So who ultimately wins? You'll have to read this delightful story to find out but let me just say the ending is the best ending this book could have. This is an excellent story presented at a critical time as debates rage regarding gender equality, the need for it, and how negatively the lack of it impacts society. Don't hesitate to read this book. It's well worth your time, whether you're a parent, grandparent or a young teen!
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Sophie Washington: Code One answered all my questions while I thoroughly enjoyed reading how Sophie and her girlfriends came together in the hopes of winning a computer coding competition. Of course, their decision to enter the contest would pit them against groups of boys with the same hope in mind. Naturally, what evolves is the classic male vs female game of which group is smarter, better than the other.
So who ultimately wins? You'll have to read this delightful story to find out but let me just say the ending is the best ending this book could have. This is an excellent story presented at a critical time as debates rage regarding gender equality, the need for it, and how negatively the lack of it impacts society. Don't hesitate to read this book. It's well worth your time, whether you're a parent, grandparent or a young teen!
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March 8, 2019
Sophie Washington: Code One is a fun and entertaining book that is part of a series of middle-grade books that can be enjoyed by both girls and boys. This story involves a code writing competition that Sophie and her friends enter with the anticipation of winning against the boys’ team.
Writing code is a lot more difficult than any of the students realize. They need to work harder to beat out tough competition and prove that girls are just as smart as boys.
This book encourages middle-graders to work hard to achieve their goals and that girls can do as well as boys in computers. They also learn about the importance of team work, getting along with others, and that being kind and forgiving to others is the right thing to do in order to save a friendship.
The author has created a fun series for kids that will keep them engaged and enjoying reading.
I was gifted this copy and chose to review it without compensation.
Writing code is a lot more difficult than any of the students realize. They need to work harder to beat out tough competition and prove that girls are just as smart as boys.
This book encourages middle-graders to work hard to achieve their goals and that girls can do as well as boys in computers. They also learn about the importance of team work, getting along with others, and that being kind and forgiving to others is the right thing to do in order to save a friendship.
The author has created a fun series for kids that will keep them engaged and enjoying reading.
I was gifted this copy and chose to review it without compensation.
March 10, 2019
This is the second Sophie Washington book I've read with my 9 year old son. The stories are geared towards girls, but he doesn't realize that and enjoys them anyway. This one is actually a great one for boys to read since it's about the common challenges girls face starting at a young age of living in a man's world. It brought up lots of memories I could share with my son about times people didn't think I could do certain things as well as the boys but I did them anyway. Ellis is great at tackling serious issues in a kid friendly manner that is easy to understand. The characters are relatable and the dialogue is believable for that age group. We love Sophie Washington books!
April 22, 2019
Girls aren’t smart enough for an app coding competition. We’ll see about that.
After winning the spelling bee, Sophie Washington signs up for a new competition: designing an app for computer gaming. So it’s for computer geeks. But girls can be geeks, too. Anything boys can do, girls can definitely do better.
I liked how this story revolved around girl power and that girls can be just as good as boys. It’s definitely an inspiration to all the young girls out there. It’s a good story and it’s easy to read, but it’s very invested in the high-tech world of computer gaming, which may relate to the younger generation; however, it may not interest all audiences.
After winning the spelling bee, Sophie Washington signs up for a new competition: designing an app for computer gaming. So it’s for computer geeks. But girls can be geeks, too. Anything boys can do, girls can definitely do better.
I liked how this story revolved around girl power and that girls can be just as good as boys. It’s definitely an inspiration to all the young girls out there. It’s a good story and it’s easy to read, but it’s very invested in the high-tech world of computer gaming, which may relate to the younger generation; however, it may not interest all audiences.
May 30, 2020
Girls and STEM
Within the book readers follow Sophie and her friends as they venture into computer science. It was exciting to see an author illustrate the power that girls have it they put their minds into it. Pushing the boundaries of society is what more authors like Mrs. Ellis need to do to help girls realize their full potential. This story also shows readers the power of culture and diversity. Thank you Mrs. Ellis for breaking the mold and showing the importance of inclusiveness in a troublesome time in our history.
Within the book readers follow Sophie and her friends as they venture into computer science. It was exciting to see an author illustrate the power that girls have it they put their minds into it. Pushing the boundaries of society is what more authors like Mrs. Ellis need to do to help girls realize their full potential. This story also shows readers the power of culture and diversity. Thank you Mrs. Ellis for breaking the mold and showing the importance of inclusiveness in a troublesome time in our history.
March 9, 2019
Adorable series!
This is absolutely a charming, fun series. I love Sophie and all her friends. Also, there is a lot of diversity and representing other cultures and I love that. The author does a fantastic job of teaching and important lesson without making it a huge deal. I love Sophie's strong personality and how relatable she is. Overall, I look forward to each Sophie book and I can't wait to read more!
This is absolutely a charming, fun series. I love Sophie and all her friends. Also, there is a lot of diversity and representing other cultures and I love that. The author does a fantastic job of teaching and important lesson without making it a huge deal. I love Sophie's strong personality and how relatable she is. Overall, I look forward to each Sophie book and I can't wait to read more!
April 30, 2019
I have enjoyed every one of the books in the Sophie Washington series and Code One is no exception. This time, Sophie and her friends enter a contest for creating a computer app. I loved this story. Sophie and her friends have a lot to learn and find what is the most important one in the end.
I give Code One five plus stars. I hope there will more books releasing in the Sophie Washington series for many years in the future.
I highly recommend this book for all middle grade readers.
I give Code One five plus stars. I hope there will more books releasing in the Sophie Washington series for many years in the future.
I highly recommend this book for all middle grade readers.
August 6, 2020
This is a great book for that shows the importantance of team work, in the form of a computer coding competition that ends up being a battle of the sexes. This book does a wonderful job of showing different cultures and customs. This is the second book that I have read of the Sophie Washington series and both books have taught important life lessons in a way that an eight to twelve year old can understand and relate to.
April 16, 2020
Sophie Washington and Chloe enter a computer coding competition with a huge cash prize. Anything boys can do girls can do better is their motto. The girls are determined to beat the boys, working day and night.
This was a fun read. It took me back to my own school days. Code One is the girl team. Interesting characters and a challenging plot made this a great experience.
This was a fun read. It took me back to my own school days. Code One is the girl team. Interesting characters and a challenging plot made this a great experience.
April 4, 2019
A Winner in My Book
I like how the book's main character has dyslexia- there aren't many books that talk about this. I also like how the girls befriend Rani and appreciate her. But the best part of the book is the lesson- winning isn't everything.
I like how the book's main character has dyslexia- there aren't many books that talk about this. I also like how the girls befriend Rani and appreciate her. But the best part of the book is the lesson- winning isn't everything.
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