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Something, Someday by Amanda Gorman

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sparklelys's review against another edition

5.0

"You are told that this is too big for you.
But you’ve seen the tiniest things
Make a huge difference."

Rosemary Wells (Max & Ruby) says that a picture book is meant to be read 500 times, and the poetry of Amanda Gorman, both inspiring and convicting, hits the heart and spurs you to action. Paired with the cut-paper illustrations of Christian Robinson, Something Someday is a powerful call to be the change.

katie_chandler's review

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5.0

Love this message for kids! Everyone should feel empowered to find and resolve problems. The message of her poem is broad, and the illustrations focus on a young boy who finds sustainability in his neighborhood. It may be a reach (or a conversation) for young readers to think beyond the illustrations to consider what problems they see in their circles of influence, but it feels like a positive affirmation for little changes to make an impact.

sara_hudson's review

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5.0

A beautiful marriage of words and images. Gorman's rhythm moves the book forward in a gentle, even pace - giving you time to absorb Robinson's trademark bold illustrations.

thenextgenlibrarian's review

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5.0

What a beautiful book by Amanda Gorman and Christian Robinson. I was lucky enough to hear them both talk about this book at ALA this summer. It gives me hope that we have books out there like this one.

lizaroo71's review

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4.0

Dealing with environmental issues can seem overwhelming, but making small strides in your community can have big impacts. That is the lesson in Gorman's picture book. It's all about bringing people together with a common goal. A positive message for kids and adults alike.