Annie Barrows introduces Ivy and Bean, two unique girls who certainly didn't plan on becoming friends. Bean, a mischievous yet lovable tomboy, never thought she'd enjoy playing with Ivy, the quiet new neighbor who looks rather boring. Ivy, however, happens to be a witch-intraining! When Bean gets into a real pickle, Ivy unexpectedly comes to her aid, sparking a rambunctious backyard caper that just might lead to a fabulous new friendship. "The characters are appealing, the friendship is well portrayed ..."-School Library Journal
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"The quirky humor of Ivy and Bean always makes for a fun read. How far will Ivy and Bean go to obtain the much coveted Lowfat Belldeloon cheese in a special just-for-you serving size? After reading this one with my daughter I can't wait to move onto the original kid spy: Harriet The Spy."
— Shelli (4 out of 5 stars)
“Annie Barrows accomplishes the almost impossible task of reflecting the world of second grader, creating the tension and drama of family and friendships in language that can be read easily by child who recently graduated from easy readers to early chapter books.”
— Barnes & Noble, editorial review“With echoes of Beverly Cleary’s Ramona series, this easy chapter book will appeal to children who are graduating from beginning readers…The characters are appealing, the friendship is well portrayed, and the pranks and adventures are very much on grade level.”
— School Library Journal“Bean’s spunky way of talking and acting will make readers giggle.”
— Booklist (starred review)" Best of the Ivy & Bean series so far - it had the kids rolling on the floor during the last 2 chapters. A great read for 6-9 year-old girls. "
— Melissa, 2/18/2014" The first book was pretty good. We all enjoyed it. This one wasn't good. Right off the bat the author starts comparing wax from cheese to "boogers". I'm sorry, but why all the talk of "boogers"? That word really grosses me out, so we just don't use that word up in this piece. Do eight-year-olds need to be grossed out to enjoy reading? NO! Eight-year-olds are cool and intelligent and do not need the constant references to nose-picking. A cheap move, in my opinion. Please don't insult our eight-year-old population with this lameness. So we are DONE with this series, thankyouverymuch. "
— Lisa, 1/24/2014" This one is really awesome. Ivy & Bean want money so they can buy Babybel cheese and play with the wax. "
— Kate, 1/4/2014" Little girls blackmail neighbors to earn money to buy delicious cheese! They are my heroes. "
— Melissa, 12/30/2013" Laugh out loud funny. I read this to my 7 year old and I think I liked it more than she did. Good for her to see an adult really enjoying a book, though. "
— Georgen, 7/24/2013" We have been loving these Ivy & Bean books since I brought first two home from Chapter 11 Books in 2005. Now, on to the ninth! "
— Brent, 3/12/2013" I love Ivy and Bean - great books for young girls who want more than fairy books. My daughter is now 10 and reading other books now, but still likes to read and catch up with her favorite friends, Ivy and Bean. "
— Jenny, 2/15/2013" Ivy and Bean are obsessed with a circular cheese incased in a wax shell. They are determined to get some. But their plan involves more work than they anticipated. "
— katsok, 2/14/2013" I'd recommend this book to children who like the Ramona books and the Clementine books. Ivy and Bean are both full of life and can get into some hairy situations. "
— Lindsay, 4/1/2012" they want this special cheese really bad which are $5 each. to earn the $5 the dad tells them they have to make newspapers for everyone in the neighborhood to read. some of the people got mad about some of the information in the newspaper. "
— Sydney, 3/13/2012" I thought this was pretty funny, my daughter enjoyed it and it had some lessons in it, even if it is kids doing the right thing for all the wrong reasons. "
— Michael, 12/15/2011" I loved the Ivy and Bean series because it told a story of two friends who had a great relationship and what they did together and how they weren't always friends. "
— Chyna, 10/12/2011" My most favorite in the series so far. Totally can relate to the "lowfat Belldeloon cheese in a special just-for-you serving size". Ivy and Bean's take on Pancake Court in their Flipping Pancake was hilarious.Thanks for a really good read! "
— Karol, 9/28/2011" of course i loved this book, as i adore ivy and bean. i sure did like it! there were new words in it, i learned "mutant" and "doofus" they made newspapers. they wrote about the stuff that happened on their street pancake court. it was my favorite book so far. "
— Gigi, 6/29/2011" that book was great! it was not really funny though. "
— Lily, 6/21/2011" I loved the Ivy and Bean series because it told a story of two friends who had a great relationship and what they did together and how they weren't always friends. "
— Chyna, 6/17/2011" This book is perfect for a person who likes a mystery but not a scary mystery. If you are just starting to read or like a quick read this is a book for you. "
— cassie, 5/12/2011" Kids loved this book. They asked me to read this instead of watching a movie! "
— Lisa, 4/25/2011" 4 1/2 stars. Great early chapter book "
— April, 3/8/2011" Annie Barrows--love your writing. These characters are so lovable. Need to get more "Ivy + Bean" "
— Leni, 2/27/2011" Love reading these with my girls - so mischievous - good life lessons to teach. "
— Jill, 2/5/2011" a cute series about two friends. in this installation, they think they see a ghost in the school washroom.. "
— Artslyz, 1/8/2011" Em and I liked the first one better but this one was cute too. "
— Melissa, 1/5/2011" I like to write and read a lot.So this will help my writing be more creative "
— Cleo, 12/27/2010" I love these girls! The fact that Bean eats "ice cream soup" at the end pretty much sums up everything about this series that is so perfect. Ivy + Bean are like a time machine back to second grade, for me. "
— Nicole, 12/23/2010Annie Barrows is the New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, and the author of The Truth According to Us, and the Ivy + Bean chapter book series, among others. Her books have been nominated for many awards, including the Bluestem Award, the Mark Twain Award, the Virginia Readers’ Choice, the Massachusetts Children’s Book Award, and the Kentucky Bluegrass Award.
Cassandra Morris has received critical acclaim for her voice-over work from Publishers Weekly and AudioFile magazine, earning a dozen Earphones Awards and twice been a finalist for the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. Her voice has also been heard on television in commercial campaigns and numerous Nickelodeon and Disney products. She is the voice of many cartoon characters, including Leo and Luna in Yu-Gi-Oh, Carrie in Barbie: A Fairy Secret, Nathan in Pokémon, and Lola in Angelo Rules.