{"product_id":"the-clover-curse-9781481451840","title":"The Clover Curse","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Clover Curse - Adventures of Sophie Mouse Book 7\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSophie Mouse discovers a four-leaf clover while painting in Clio's Clover patch on a beautiful spring day. But this isn't any ordinary lucky charm—it seems to bring nothing but bad luck! Sophie spills paint all over herself, loses her ability to daydream, and even forgets about an important adventure with her friend Hattie. This seventh installment in The Adventures of Sophie Mouse series follows Sophie as she tries to break free from the mysterious Clover Curse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Beginning Readers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis chapter book features easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, making it ideal for children transitioning to independent reading. The engaging story combines relatable childhood experiences with gentle life lessons about friendship, problem-solving, and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes This Book Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Clover Curse blends nature themes with imaginative storytelling as Sophie navigates her unexpected string of misfortune. Young readers will connect with Sophie's frustration and determination while enjoying the whimsical woodland setting. The book's accessible text and frequent illustrations support reading confidence while maintaining an engaging narrative that keeps children turning pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Creative Team\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoppy Green brings woodland creatures to life through imaginative storytelling inspired by wildlife observations in Connecticut. Jennifer A. Bell's charming illustrations complement the narrative, drawing from her extensive experience in children's book illustration and fine art training at Columbus College of Art and Design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis hardcover edition is part of the beloved Sophie Mouse series published by Little Simon. The story unfolds during springtime in Sophie's woodland community, featuring familiar characters and new challenges that will delight fans of the series while welcoming new readers to Sophie's world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eSophie finds a four-leaf clover that isn't exactly lucky in the seventh book of The Adventures of Sophie Mouse!\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSophie Mouse is painting in Clio's Clover patch on a beautiful spring day when she spots something unusual. It's a clover...but it has four leaves! Four-leaf clovers are supposed to bring good luck, right? Sophie waits and waits for this good luck, but it seems like just the opposite is happening. She spills paint all over herself, she doesn't have any fun daydreams, and she forgets about an adventure she was supposed to go on with Hattie! Will Sophie ever be able to break this Clover Curse?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Adventures of Sophie Mouse chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoppy Green can talk to animals! Unfortunately, they never talk back to her. So she started writing in order to imagine what they might say and do when humans aren't watching. Poppy lives on the edge of the woods in Connecticut, where her backyard is often a playground for all kinds of wildlife: birds, rabbits, squirrels, voles, skunks, deer, and the occasional wild turkey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJennifer A. Bell is an illustrator whose work can be found in greeting cards, magazines, and more than forty children's books. She studied fine art at the Columbus College of Art and Design and spent many years designing seasonal giftware and greeting cards before becoming a children's book illustrator. She lives in St. Paul, Minnesota.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Simon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680983650578,"sku":"9781481451840","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_96c32f48-26c7-4d9e-a6af-6cfecaa571a0.jpg?v=1733947002","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-clover-curse-9781481451840","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}