Something Beautiful

Written by Sharon Dennis Wyeth · Illustrated by Chris K. Soentpiet

A girl searches for beauty in her neighborhood, discovering happiness in unexpected places.

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32 pages· 510 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· AD490L

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Bookroo's summary

A young girl, inspired by her teacher's lesson, embarks on a quest to find beauty amidst the urban chaos. Her journey leads her to Miss Delphine's diner, Mr. Lee's fruit store, and Old Mr. Sims' cherished stone. Each encounter reveals that beauty is not just in appearances but in the joy it brings to the heart. As she uncovers these hidden treasures, she learns about the power of hope and the warmth of friendship, transforming her view of the world around her. What will she find next in her search for 'something beautiful'?

From the publisher

A little girl longs to see beyond the scary sights on the sidewalk and the angry scribbling in the halls of her building. When her teacher writes the word beautiful on the blackboard, the girl decides to look for something beautiful in her neighborhood. Her neighbors tell her about their own beautiful things. Miss Delphine serves her a “beautiful” fried fish sandwich at her diner. At Mr. Lee’s “beautiful” fruit store, he offers her an apple. Old Mr. Sims invites her to touch a smooth stone he always carries. Beautiful means “something that when you have it, your heart is happy,” the girl thinks. Her search for “something beautiful” leaves her feeling much happier. She has experienced the beauty of friendship and the power of hope.

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