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Penny Draws #4
Penny Draws a Class Trip
The fourth book in the humorous, heartfelt, highly illustrated series about a girl who doodles to cope with her anxiety, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Sara Shepard.
When fifth grader Penny Lowry and her classmates get invited to go to New York City for a weekend hosted by Billy J. Plumberry, the famous author her school is named after, Penny finds a lot to worry about. After all, isn't the city full of aggressive bike messengers ready to run kids over? And what if she gets stuck in an elevator for life? Not to mention all the pianos falling out of windows everywhere!
On the other hand, what if it might actually be fun to explore an exciting new place with some of her best friends?
When it soon becomes clear Billy J. Plumberry has a few surprises in store, can Penny find a way to face her fears—and her worries—in the biggest, bustling-est place she's ever been?
When fifth grader Penny Lowry and her classmates get invited to go to New York City for a weekend hosted by Billy J. Plumberry, the famous author her school is named after, Penny finds a lot to worry about. After all, isn't the city full of aggressive bike messengers ready to run kids over? And what if she gets stuck in an elevator for life? Not to mention all the pianos falling out of windows everywhere!
On the other hand, what if it might actually be fun to explore an exciting new place with some of her best friends?
When it soon becomes clear Billy J. Plumberry has a few surprises in store, can Penny find a way to face her fears—and her worries—in the biggest, bustling-est place she's ever been?
- GenresFictionMiddle Grade
240 pages, Hardcover
Published July 16, 2024
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About the author
Sara Shepard
129 books14.8k followersSara Shepard graduated from NYU and has an MFA from Brooklyn College. She has lived in New York City, Brooklyn, Tucson, Arizona, Philadelphia, and now lives in Pittsburgh, PA. Sara's Pretty Little Liars novels were inspired by her upbringing in Philadelphia's Main Line.
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April 21, 2025
Reads with the little ☺️ Love how this series shows anxiety ❤️
May 1, 2025
3.5 stars. This wasn't my favorite in the series but I still like it. Penny goes with her class to NYC and she's buddied with her old BFF. Her friend feels panicky in the city and I loved the conversation around physical symptoms of anxiety and panic. This one felt unrealistic and a little cheesy compared to the rest, but I still enjoyed it!
July 9, 2024
PENNY DRAWS A CLASS TRIP by Sara Shepard picks up as Penny is about to start a new adventure—an overnight class trip to New York City! Her anxiety kicks in even before the class departs. So many things could go wrong in the bustling, big city—and then her teacher announces they’ll be using the buddy system on the trip and pairs Penny with her former best friend Violet. When they arrive in the city to meet up with the famous author sponsoring the trip, Penny does her best to manage her worries while experiencing the excitement of the trip and her relationships with her classmates.
In the fourth installment of the series, readers get to see how Penny has grown and is better able to manage her worries and even able to help others manage theirs. For readers who experience anxieties like Penny, this will be reassuring and affirming. The New York City setting provides a fun and vibrant background for Penny and her friends as they face new challenges together. Though this is part of a series, the book can be read as a stand-alone story. The story’s journal style and plentiful doodle-style illustrations keep the action moving and make for a fun read.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for sharing an eARC of the book.
In the fourth installment of the series, readers get to see how Penny has grown and is better able to manage her worries and even able to help others manage theirs. For readers who experience anxieties like Penny, this will be reassuring and affirming. The New York City setting provides a fun and vibrant background for Penny and her friends as they face new challenges together. Though this is part of a series, the book can be read as a stand-alone story. The story’s journal style and plentiful doodle-style illustrations keep the action moving and make for a fun read.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for sharing an eARC of the book.
October 19, 2025
Book 283 of 350 ~ 2025
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Poor Penny. Being a kid isnt easy. While you are discovering who you and dealing with all them emotions, you still have to deal with others.
Very likeable girl. very poor thing though.
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Poor Penny. Being a kid isnt easy. While you are discovering who you and dealing with all them emotions, you still have to deal with others.
Very likeable girl. very poor thing though.
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April 18, 2025
4 stars
Penny and friends go to NYC to visit an author and Penny's roommate is nervous about being in the city and fakes a stomachache so Penny stays back with her and misses out on things.
Penny and friends go to NYC to visit an author and Penny's roommate is nervous about being in the city and fakes a stomachache so Penny stays back with her and misses out on things.
May 28, 2025
~ 5 stars~ read on my own
May 4, 2025
Such a cute book. I love how this series depicts anxiety. Another adorable Penny Draws book by the fabulous Sara Shepard. I expect nothing less from this amazing author. Adorable. Not the best in the series but I enjoyed it nonetheless.
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January 31, 2025The following reviews have been shared by Text Publishing - publisher of Penny Draws a Class Trip:
‘Humorous and heartfelt…[Penny] is relatable, funny and flawed…Another action-packed story that younger readers will connect with.’
NZ Booklovers
‘A charming story...[with] a central character who must overcome her personal issues in psychologically healthy ways.’
ReadPlus
‘So exciting.’
Total Girl Magazine
‘Readers of the series will get to see how Penny has grown as a character…We get a lovely scene where Penny calms Violet down with strategies she’s learned for dealing with big feelings…A great continuation of the series, which is ideal for readers in grade 3-6.’
CBCA Reading Time
‘Hilarious, heartfelt and quirky…Shepard cleverly weaves [life lessons] into what appears to be a simple, almost innocent read, but is way more complex…Highly recommended.’
Groove Book Report
‘Humorous and heartfelt…[Penny] is relatable, funny and flawed…Another action-packed story that younger readers will connect with.’
NZ Booklovers
‘A charming story...[with] a central character who must overcome her personal issues in psychologically healthy ways.’
ReadPlus
‘So exciting.’
Total Girl Magazine
‘Readers of the series will get to see how Penny has grown as a character…We get a lovely scene where Penny calms Violet down with strategies she’s learned for dealing with big feelings…A great continuation of the series, which is ideal for readers in grade 3-6.’
CBCA Reading Time
‘Hilarious, heartfelt and quirky…Shepard cleverly weaves [life lessons] into what appears to be a simple, almost innocent read, but is way more complex…Highly recommended.’
Groove Book Report
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