Sally Jean, the Bicycle Queen

Written by Cari Best · Illustrated by Christine Davenier

Outgrowing her bike, a young girl must find a way to ride again and help a friend in need.

5.0/7 Bookroo expert·4.0/5 Goodreads · 278 ratings

32 pages· AD550L

$17.99Save 6%

In stock. Also at Amazon.

Bookroo's summary

Sally Jean loves her bike, Flash, but when she outgrows it, her world is turned upside down. Determined to ride again, she embarks on a creative quest to build a new bike from old parts. Along the way, she discovers the joy of giving by passing Flash to a friend who needs it. Will Sally Jean's ingenuity and generosity lead her back to the freedom she craves? Join her on a journey of growth, creativity, and community spirit in this heartwarming tale of resilience and friendship.

From the publisher

I can pop a wheelie, I can touch the sky, I can pedal backwards, I can really fly!Sally Jean was born to ride. And her bicycle, Flash, is just about her best friend. But one day something terrible - and wonderful - happens. Sally Jean grows. Suddenly she finds herself too bigfor Flash. What’s a Bicycle Queen to do? Finally, by collecting old bicycle parts to make a new bike - and giving Flash to a young friend who longs for a bigger bike of his own - she ridesagain!With exuberant art that’s just the right match for Sally Jean’s new found freedom, this joyous text celebrates growing up, learning new skills, and giving back to the community.Sally Jean, the Bicycle Queen is a 2007 Bank Street - Best Children’s Book of the Year.

At a glance