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lahars_little_library's review
funny
lighthearted
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
kristinakg's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
pucksandpaperbacks's review
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
This was ADORABLE. When I read books like these, they make me so happy that kids get these stories and get to see themselves. JoJo is a silly, seven-year old girl who is learning from the adults around her whether it be at home or at school. Throughout the book she learns about making friends and realizing who her true friends are. Any kid will be able to relate to JoJo's fears of not having a best friend and getting shots at the doctor. I can't wait to read the rest of the series!
olliesbooksnbeads's review
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
melonmachinery's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
2.0
There was a noticable typo with who was getting the shots at the end of the rhyming chapter. Cute story, and love what it's trying to achieve.
Not a fan of the nickname Up-Chuck, there's a lot of mean nicknames and jokes in my family that they pass off for culture but the older I get the more I disagree with, and seeing it here I understand the goodheartedness it comes from but still don't agree with or want to encourage.
I sincerely hope they continue publishing JoJo stories though, it's good to have her in the world!
Not a fan of the nickname Up-Chuck, there's a lot of mean nicknames and jokes in my family that they pass off for culture but the older I get the more I disagree with, and seeing it here I understand the goodheartedness it comes from but still don't agree with or want to encourage.
I sincerely hope they continue publishing JoJo stories though, it's good to have her in the world!
moviedust's review
5.0
This book is hilarious. It had my kids rolling on the floor with laughter at times and the adults thought it was funny too!
heisereads's review
5.0
Absolutely love this early chapter book with Native (Ojibwe) representation!! Funny, relatable story about friendship & school struggles of a 1st grader interspersed with helpful education on terms & traditions that would likely be unfamiliar to the majority of students. Having this kind of representation will be so valuable in helping kids start to see a more complete picture of Native identities grounded in the contemporary. Will definitely be adding to my elementary library collection.
thedizzyreader's review
4.0
Cute and funny! Give to your fans of spunky heroines like Lola Levine or Junie B. Jones.
One small annoyance is that the pronunciation guidance in the middle of the dialogue gets a little distracting at times.
One small annoyance is that the pronunciation guidance in the middle of the dialogue gets a little distracting at times.
readingwithkaitlyn's review
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0