Eugenia Lincoln and the Unexpected Package by Kate DiCamillo and Illustrated by Chris Van Dusen another story in the Tales From Deckawoo Drive series.
Eugenia Lincoln, the older of two sisters living on 52 Deckawoo Drive, does not like surprises and does not indulge in frivolity. She's practical and has no time for fun, silly things like an accordion. One day a little man shows up at her door trying to get her to find that little bit of music in her heart. Everyone has a bit, he claims.
After a night of music and merrymaking by everyone but Eugenia, she bumps into little Stella on her way to the trash, who asks to try the accordion. Before Stella could play anything, Eugenia accidentally squeezes out a bit of music on the keys and Stella excitedly claims that she just made music and should keep on playing.
Maybe there is a place for some frivolity in Eugenia's life after all. Will she ever find out who sent her the accordion? Maybe it doesn't matter anymore.
A beginning chapter book perfect for 2nd-4th grade readers.
