About the book
“A heartfelt novel celebrating friendship and family ties.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Twelve-year-old Rosie and her best friend, Bailey, don’t always get along, that’s true. But Granny Torrelli seems to know just how to make things right again with her interesting stories and family recipes. She understands from experience that life's twist and turns can't rattle the unique bond between two lifelong pals.
Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech cooks up a delightfully tender novel filled with homemade dishes and secret recipes. It’s easier to remember what’s important about love, life, and friendship while Granny Torrelli makes soup.
Celebrate a special connection to a parent or grandparent by sharing this empathetic, funny book.
“A tasty treat.” –ALA Booklist (starred review)
“This is a meal that should not be missed.” –School Library Journal (starred review)
An ALA Notable Children’s Book and ALA Booklist Editors’ Choice
It’s a story about how the best ingredients for friendship are patience, understanding, and a little bit of soup.
- Childhood Friends: Rosie and her best friend Bailey have known each other their whole lives, but a fight threatens to pull them apart.
- Family Recipes and Stories: Granny Torrelli shares wisdom from her own childhood in Italy while teaching Rosie how to make zuppa and cavatelli.
- Blind Main Character: An authentic and heartfelt portrayal of Bailey, who is visually impaired, and Rosie’s secret quest to learn Braille for him.
- Empathy and Understanding: A gentle lesson on seeing the world from a friend’s point of view and learning why saying “I’m sorry” is so important.
Editions of Granny Torrelli Makes Soup
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780064409605
- EBook
- ISBN 9780061972461
Read an Excerpt
“A heartfelt novel celebrating friendship and family ties.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Twelve-year-old Rosie and her best friend, Bailey, don’t always get along, that’s true. But Granny Torrelli seems to know just how to make things right again with her interesting stories and family recipes. She understands from experience that life's twist and turns can't rattle the unique bond between two lifelong pals.
Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech cooks up a delightfully tender novel filled with homemade dishes and secret recipes. It’s easier to remember what’s important about love, life, and friendship while Granny Torrelli makes soup.
Celebrate a special connection to a parent or grandparent by sharing this empathetic, funny book.
“A tasty treat.” –ALA Booklist (starred review)
“This is a meal that should not be missed.” –School Library Journal (starred review)
An ALA Notable Children’s Book and ALA Booklist Editors’ Choice
It’s a story about how the best ingredients for friendship are patience, understanding, and a little bit of soup.
- Childhood Friends: Rosie and her best friend Bailey have known each other their whole lives, but a fight threatens to pull them apart.
- Family Recipes and Stories: Granny Torrelli shares wisdom from her own childhood in Italy while teaching Rosie how to make zuppa and cavatelli.
- Blind Main Character: An authentic and heartfelt portrayal of Bailey, who is visually impaired, and Rosie’s secret quest to learn Braille for him.
- Empathy and Understanding: A gentle lesson on seeing the world from a friend’s point of view and learning why saying “I’m sorry” is so important.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granny Torrelli Makes Soup about?
“A heartfelt novel celebrating friendship and family ties.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Twelve-year-old Rosie and her best friend, Bailey, don’t always get along, that’s true. But Granny Torrelli seems to know just how to make things right again with her interesting stories and family recipes. She understands from experience that life's twist and turns can't rattle the unique bond between two lifelong pals.
Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech cooks up a delightfully tender novel filled with homemade dishes and secret recipes. It’s easier to remember what’s important about love, life, and friendship while Granny Torrelli makes soup.
Celebrate a special connection to a parent or grandparent by sharing this empathetic, funny book.
“A tasty treat.” –ALA Booklist (starred review)
“This is a meal that should not be missed.” –School Library Journal (starred review)
An ALA Notable Children’s Book and ALA Booklist Editors’ Choice
It’s a story about how the best ingredients for friendship are patience, understanding, and a little bit of soup.
- Childhood Friends: Rosie and her best friend Bailey have known each other their whole lives, but a fight threatens to pull them apart.
- Family Recipes and Stories: Granny Torrelli shares wisdom from her own childhood in Italy while teaching Rosie how to make zuppa and cavatelli.
- Blind Main Character: An authentic and heartfelt portrayal of Bailey, who is visually impaired, and Rosie’s secret quest to learn Braille for him.
- Empathy and Understanding: A gentle lesson on seeing the world from a friend’s point of view and learning why saying “I’m sorry” is so important.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Granny Torrelli Makes Soup?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Relationship stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Romance and love stories
Where can I read a sample of Granny Torrelli Makes Soup?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780064409605
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Granny Torrelli Makes Soup?
Sharon Creech
Who is the Publisher of the book Granny Torrelli Makes Soup?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Granny Torrelli Makes Soup is available as paperback(ISBN 9780064409605) and ebook(ISBN 9780061972461)
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