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4.32 AVERAGE
4.32 AVERAGE
emotional
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
I don't feel worthy to talk about this book. The audio version was amazing.
After reading several by Jacqueline Woodson, I wanted to give her one more chance because I knew this book was highly recommended by many. And I'm glad I did.
About 50 pages in I realized it was a non-fiction book of prose about her own life. Oops. Don't know how I missed that. I really enjoyed how it begins with her as a little girl (with stories told to her from family before she had memories) and tells all about her life during the late 60's and the end of segregation. Also, she went from living in Ohio to South Carolina and then New York, so she has a lot of varying experiences. Toward the end, we see how she becomes a writer and how she views the world. I Loved those parts! The family tree at the beginning and the pictures at the end of the book really enhanced the story for me. Bravo, Jacqueline, on a job well done!
About 50 pages in I realized it was a non-fiction book of prose about her own life. Oops. Don't know how I missed that. I really enjoyed how it begins with her as a little girl (with stories told to her from family before she had memories) and tells all about her life during the late 60's and the end of segregation. Also, she went from living in Ohio to South Carolina and then New York, so she has a lot of varying experiences. Toward the end, we see how she becomes a writer and how she views the world. I Loved those parts! The family tree at the beginning and the pictures at the end of the book really enhanced the story for me. Bravo, Jacqueline, on a job well done!
Powerful. Inspirational. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Brown Girl Dream not only was a story of Woodson's childhood, but also provided a historical account of the Civil Rights Movement. Her memoir was written in verse, which provided a personal connection for the reader. Filled with vivid language, this is a must read.
This book is one that everybody should read, despite your background, skin colour or gender. It has an incredible story and sheds light onto a subject that most young people, such as myself, can never imagine personally.
Her progress towards writing was particularly interesting and inspiring. Not everyone learns the same way and to see an accomplished author speaking of the struggles she experienced regarding literature as a child is certainly relieving, if not for me but for others with similar struggles.
If anyone is considering reading this book, stop considering and just start. you won't regret it.
Her progress towards writing was particularly interesting and inspiring. Not everyone learns the same way and to see an accomplished author speaking of the struggles she experienced regarding literature as a child is certainly relieving, if not for me but for others with similar struggles.
If anyone is considering reading this book, stop considering and just start. you won't regret it.
A beautiful and memorable book about Jaqueline Woodson and her family when she was a girl.
3.5/5. I'd love to buy this and share with Milo when he's older.