Socks: A Humorous Children's Book About Family Life and Sibling Rivalry Paperback – October 3, 2000
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Description
• Newbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary charms readers with yet another lovable character—Socks, a jealous cat who must learn to share his owners with their new baby. • Socks is one happy cat. He lives the good life with his affectionate owners, Mr. and Mrs. Bricker. Ever since the day they saved him from a life spent in a mailbox drop slot, Socks has been the center of their world. And he always has everything he needs—tasty kitty treats and all the lap room he could want! • But when a new baby arrives, suddenly the Brickers have less and less time for Socks. Little Charles William is the one getting all the attention. Socks feels left out—and to show it, he starts getting into all sorts of trouble! • What will it take to make Socks realize just how much the Brickers care about him? • "Both children and adults with roar with laughter." — School Library Journal
Details
General
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Language
- English
- ISBN-10
- 9780380709267
- ISBN-13
- 978-0380709267
- Item Weight
- 2.31 pounds
- Reading age
- 6 - 9 years, from customers
- Grade level
- 2 - 7
Publication Details
- Publication date
- October 3, 2000
- Print length
- 176 pages
Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 5.12 x 0.32 x 7.62 inches
Frequently asked questions
- What age is this book suitable for?
- The reading age is 6–9 years, and the grade level is 2–7, according to customer reviews.
- What is this book about?
- It's a humorous children's book about family life and sibling rivalry, featuring Socks, a jealous cat who must learn to share his owners with their new baby.
- Is this book a good choice for a gift?
- Yes—it has a 4.7 out of 5 stars rating from 1,109 customer reviews, and School Library Journal says 'Both children and adults with roar with laughter.'
Customer reviews
An excellent book about a tabby cat by Beverly Cleary
I just read this book & it's an amazing book. I had this book "Socks" when I was in 6th grade & I haven't read it since. I was happy to find it online. I love this book. I have a tabby cat myself. Socks in a wonderful for a cat. I recommend this book to anyone who loves reading books about cats. I plan to share this book with my nieces & nephews someday. I think they'll love this book. I plan to share this book with the people in my family. I know they'd love it. When I read this book, it takes me back to another place & time. This book reminds me of my years as a young boy. I love this book. Beverly Cleary is an amazing author. I love the artwork in the book. I guarantee if you're a cat lover, you'll love this book. Two Thumbs Up!
I just read this book & it's an amazing book. I had this book "Socks" when I was in 6th grade & I haven't read it since. I was happy to find it online. I love this book. I have a tabby cat myself. Socks in a wonderful for a cat. I recommend this book to anyone who loves reading books about cats. I plan to share this book with my nieces & nephews someday. I think they'll love this book. I plan to share this book with the people in my family. I know they'd love it. When I read this book, it takes me back to another place & time. This book reminds me of my years as a young boy. I love this book. Beverly Cleary is an amazing author. I love the artwork in the book. I guarantee if you're a cat lover, you'll love this book. Two Thumbs Up!
a funny story about a family transitioning
This is a funny story about a family consisting of a cat, and her 2 humans. They have a baby and the story is about transition. Transition for the cat and the humans as the baby enters their world. There are real life feelings and situations but introduced at a level for a child. The cat eventually learns to accept the baby and the world of balance is good again.
This is a funny story about a family consisting of a cat, and her 2 humans. They have a baby and the story is about transition. Transition for the cat and the humans as the baby enters their world. There are real life feelings and situations but introduced at a level for a child. The cat eventually learns to accept the baby and the world of balance is good again.
love this book!
when i first read this book i couldn't stop reading it!this is defenley a book i would recomend for cat lovers!i love the way socks was in the mailbox in the beging! it was very interesting and i loved the story even though it was a little bit sad. i give this book a 5out of5 rating!
when i first read this book i couldn't stop reading it!this is defenley a book i would recomend for cat lovers!i love the way socks was in the mailbox in the beging! it was very interesting and i loved the story even though it was a little bit sad. i give this book a 5out of5 rating!
Great gift for my little granddaughter
My granddaughter really enjoyed receiving the book and sent me a message saying she loved it. She’s almost 8 years old. I have not read this book personally, but it came highly rated and it was a teacher‘s pick.
My granddaughter really enjoyed receiving the book and sent me a message saying she loved it. She’s almost 8 years old. I have not read this book personally, but it came highly rated and it was a teacher‘s pick.
