This might by "too on the nose for some," but this is the type of book that we need for younger readers during this current political climate. The imaThis might by "too on the nose for some," but this is the type of book that we need for younger readers during this current political climate. The imagery created by Huy Voun Lee is absolutely brilliant. It captures the power of LaRocca's words. One line that stood out to me in particular was "and then we take an oath-no to the president, not to Congress, but to the ideals of the United States: freedom, justice, peace, equality." I think that some people need that reminder. If you haven't had the chance to pick this one up, I highly recommend reading ASAP....more
I wasn't the biggest fan of the artwork, but the storytelling was GREAT. If you're looking for a way to introduce Angela Davis to younger readers, thiI wasn't the biggest fan of the artwork, but the storytelling was GREAT. If you're looking for a way to introduce Angela Davis to younger readers, this is the book to check out!...more
I didn't know any of this! This was so interesting and the artwork by Juana Martinez-Neal was STUNNING. I didn't know any of this! This was so interesting and the artwork by Juana Martinez-Neal was STUNNING. ...more
Great insight to the history of Kaho'olawe , the things and people that destroyed her, and the activist that are in the process of reclaiming her. Great insight to the history of Kaho'olawe , the things and people that destroyed her, and the activist that are in the process of reclaiming her. ...more
Great for anyone that is interested in learning more about conservation in relationship to energy. It's a great look at our relationship to the sun anGreat for anyone that is interested in learning more about conservation in relationship to energy. It's a great look at our relationship to the sun and how we've utilized it and should utilize it as an alternative energy source. Rachel Wada did such an excellent job with the illustrations....more
We Could Be Magic is a cute graphic novel that I think a lot people will enjoy if they love Disney theme parks. The art by Joelle Murray is B3.5 Stars
We Could Be Magic is a cute graphic novel that I think a lot people will enjoy if they love Disney theme parks. The art by Joelle Murray is BEAUTIFUL and really captures the essense of the story. Unfortunately, while I enjoyed the story for the most part, I felt like there were some pacing issues. I wanted to see the romance blossom between the characters a little more and I wasn't the biggest fan of the time jump. It's exciting to see more young adult authors create graphic novels, I just wanted to love this one a little more than I anticipated. ...more
This was a solid informational picture book about conservationism. I enjoyed the illustrations by Ramona Kaulitzki; however, I found the writing to beThis was a solid informational picture book about conservationism. I enjoyed the illustrations by Ramona Kaulitzki; however, I found the writing to be a little clunky at times. It's great that Bindi has continue to find passion in the work that her parents started. ...more
A beautifully illustrated biographical picture book about Maya Angelou and her journey in finding her voice. I absolutely adored the flow of the storyA beautifully illustrated biographical picture book about Maya Angelou and her journey in finding her voice. I absolutely adored the flow of the story and how well Noa Denmon's illustrations complemented Connie Roop's writing. This was very well done and one that highly recommend if you have a younger reader that wants to know more about this iconic literary figure....more
The allegories in this book were phenomenal; HOWEVER, I say that as an adult reading a picture book. I'm not sure that children will truly understand The allegories in this book were phenomenal; HOWEVER, I say that as an adult reading a picture book. I'm not sure that children will truly understand the intention of it without a discussion following the reading. That being said, this book definitely works well to illustrate the strength, courage, and community that we need right now....more
I appreciated the intent of this one and I love that we're getting more picture books that illustrate positive representation of Black boys; however, I appreciated the intent of this one and I love that we're getting more picture books that illustrate positive representation of Black boys; however, the writing a this was a little convoluted and too "on the nose" for a picture book....more
The artwork in this one is absolutely beautiful and I appreciated the message about how complicated feelings can be while in the midst of a move. ThisThe artwork in this one is absolutely beautiful and I appreciated the message about how complicated feelings can be while in the midst of a move. This, I think, is also a great read aloud for any kid who's having trouble with big changes....more
Honestly, I'm not sure why I'm surprised that I enjoyed this book so much! Candace Fleming is well known for her ability to write compelling non-fictiHonestly, I'm not sure why I'm surprised that I enjoyed this book so much! Candace Fleming is well known for her ability to write compelling non-fiction titles. Though I knew a little about Jonestown before diving into this title, Fleming provided some much needed insight to the overall impact of this tragic event. Though I knew there were survivors, I never took into consideration the mental and emotional strain felt by each one of them as they reflect on the many friends and family that were tragically killed. Also, there were facts in relation to this group that I knew nothing about. I didn't realize that most of the group members were Black or that Jim Jones utilized anti-racist rhetoric to draw people into his schemes. This book is dark and rightfully so considering that it covers such a tragic aspect of American history; however, it is great insight to the danger of simply writing everything off as a cult without truly understanding the manner in which these individuals are brought into these groups. Fleming's writing was gripping and compelling and done with so much respect and compassion towards those who who survived and those who didn't. This is what I consider to be great teen non-fiction. If you haven't had the opportunity to pick this up, I highly recommend it. ...more
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