Snake's Big Mistake

(Hardback)

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Snake loves art classuntil his project is a disaster, and he makes a terrible mistake that hurts a friend. How will Snake fix his mistake Acclaimed author-artist Sarah Kurpiels Snakes Big Mistake is a picture book about art, friendship, apologizing, and forgiveness, for readers of The Rabbit Listened and The Book of Mistakes.

For weeks, Snake has looked forward to sculpting the most spectacular clay pot in art class. But when his pot breaks and his teacher confuses Snakes pot with Turtles, Snake takes home Turtles masterpiece to show his family and pretends that he made it. Now, Snake will have to craft a way to repair a broken pot and a broken friendship.

Combining a sensitive, thoughtful text and irresistible illustrations, acclaimed author-illustrator Sarah Kurpiel centers emotions that young readers can easily identify with, such as anxiety, guilt, regret, and embarrassment. Snakes Big Mistakea companion to Elephants Big Solois an excellent choice for social and emotional learning, as well as story-time sharing.

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Working hard in art class, Snake[s] . . . finished product is less than amazing . . . But Mr. Owl, the art teacher, has accidentally attributed Snakes pot to his friend Turtle and vice versa. Sneaky Snake appropriates Turtles superior creationand the accolades the work earns from Snakes teacher, parents, and classmates. . . . Snake eventually learns a valuable lesson in friendship and honesty. . . . A relatable lesson in how to make amends after a misstep. Kirkus Reviews

Author Bio

Sarah Kurpiel is a librarian and self-taught illustrator from the Midwest who is inspired by nature, animals, and antique books. Lone Wolf is her debut. Sarah Kurpiel uses a power wheelchair and considers her disability an important part of her identity. Sarah Kurpiel is a librarian and self-taught illustrator from the Midwest who is inspired by nature, animals, and antique books. Lone Wolf is her debut. Sarah Kurpiel uses a power wheelchair and considers her disability an important part of her identity.