Book details
Marsha Is Magnetic
Description
It turns out that the best way to "attract" friends to invite to your birthday is by being yourself in this sweet, STEAM-minded picture book from New York Times best-selling author Beth Ferry. Marsha's birthday is coming up, and she needs to make some friends to invite to her party. She's a little stumped...but a scientist knows how to solve problems: the scientific method! With equal parts creativity, determination, and humor, Marsha sets out to attract as many friends as she can for her birthday bash-what could possibly go wrong? In this hilarious celebration of birthdays, friendship, and ingenuity, Beth Ferry and Lorena Alvarez show readers that the best way to attract friends is to simply be yourself.
Age
4-7
Text complexity
developing
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Inspires Creativity: 'Marsha Is Magnetic' encourages children to explore their own creativity and imagination, as they follow Marsha on her inventive journey to create a science project that truly stands out.
- Teaches Science Concepts: The book introduces young readers to basic principles of magnetism in a fun and engaging way, making it a great educational tool for parents and teachers to spark interest in science.
- Promotes Perseverance: Through Marsha's character, readers learn the importance of perseverance and trying again, even when things don't go as planned. Her determination to succeed is a valuable lesson for children.
- Highlights Friendship and Collaboration: As Marsha works on her project, she learns the value of friendship and working together. The story emphasizes the power of collaboration and how it can lead to success and new discoveries.