Sophie — Leah Cohen

Sophie is a delightful story about a young girl, whose only doll is also her best friend. In her open and direct monologue she puts across her feelings towards her doll Sophie. She likes to go to her friends houses and play with their beautiful dolls, comb their long soft hair, dress them up with elegant cloths and expensive jewelry. However, when she is always happy to comes back home to her best friend Sophie. The story intrigues the interest of children by engaging them into the mind of the girl. The readers have the opportunity to reflect on their own feelings towards their dolls, other toys, or pets. The story captures the element of relating to thoughts and feelings of other people while drawing on themes of sharing, friendship, and love.