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readingthroughtheages's review
4.0
When you're young, the future is wide open, keep everything as possible!
heisereads's review
4.0
Seriously cute. Short sentences make for more simplistic text though periodic engagement of the reader through direct questions, combined with the vibrant illustrations and storyline, make this a winner for elementary libraries or as a gift for young children.
lyzz's review
4.0
Title: This is Ruby
Author: Sara O’Leary
Illustrator: Alex Marley
Genre: Children’s Book
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 5/25/2021
This is Ruby is a delightful children’s book featuring a black main character named Ruby and her dog, Teddy. Ruby is incredibly curious and spends a lot of time thinking about what she wants to do when she grows up. She also starts implementing many of her ideas like a book that you can read via smell and a time machine.
The illustrations are gorgeous with rich vibrant colors as she explores possible careers in the STEM field. The story is simple – targeted at ages 3 to 7. Most pages have a single sentence of text and lean on pictures. I appreciated that the text several times tries to engage the young reader by asking them questions.
What I loved the most about this book is the representation. Ruby is depicted as smart and interested in science-based careers. She shows creativity and an adventurous spirit throughout the book. Ruby is also depicted with her natural kinky hair. As black women/girls are often criticized for their natural hair, it was refreshing to see Ruby depicted with natural hair and being interested in STEM.
The only con I see is that I feel like the book covered too much content – both careers and a time machine. I still think the book is wonderful as is – but do wish there was more focus on one element or the other. (Maybe a second book could focus on the omitted item.)
I will definitely plan to buy this book for my four-year-old nephew and encourage you to as well!
ARC provided to me by Tundra Books, via Net Galley, in exchange for an honest review.
Author: Sara O’Leary
Illustrator: Alex Marley
Genre: Children’s Book
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 5/25/2021
This is Ruby is a delightful children’s book featuring a black main character named Ruby and her dog, Teddy. Ruby is incredibly curious and spends a lot of time thinking about what she wants to do when she grows up. She also starts implementing many of her ideas like a book that you can read via smell and a time machine.
The illustrations are gorgeous with rich vibrant colors as she explores possible careers in the STEM field. The story is simple – targeted at ages 3 to 7. Most pages have a single sentence of text and lean on pictures. I appreciated that the text several times tries to engage the young reader by asking them questions.
What I loved the most about this book is the representation. Ruby is depicted as smart and interested in science-based careers. She shows creativity and an adventurous spirit throughout the book. Ruby is also depicted with her natural kinky hair. As black women/girls are often criticized for their natural hair, it was refreshing to see Ruby depicted with natural hair and being interested in STEM.
The only con I see is that I feel like the book covered too much content – both careers and a time machine. I still think the book is wonderful as is – but do wish there was more focus on one element or the other. (Maybe a second book could focus on the omitted item.)
I will definitely plan to buy this book for my four-year-old nephew and encourage you to as well!
ARC provided to me by Tundra Books, via Net Galley, in exchange for an honest review.
delonnag's review
3.0
This is Ruby by Sara O'Leary and Alea Marley is an invitation into Ruby's whimsical world. The vibrant illustrations made me feel welcomed into Ruby's adventures. There is never a boring day in Ruby's world. She is always up for trying new things and invites the reader to come along. There was one part that was confusing in regards to her parents and if they met before dinosaurs. - LOL. Otherwise, the story had a wonderful rhythm to it. I am sure Ruby will be a hit in many homes.
bookishjanna's review
4.0
a great encouraging book for girls to show them that they can be and achieve anything. it's especially great that a Black girl gets to be the main character here!
thank you netgalley for the arc in exchange for an honest opinion.
thank you netgalley for the arc in exchange for an honest opinion.
srivalli's review
5.0
5 Stars
I got this book just to stare at Ruby’s cloud of hair. No kidding, look at those cute messy curls crowing her. The book is fairly simple yet wonderful. Ruby is a young girl who loves to be curious and is always trying to learn something new. She’s happy, she’s playful and has a great imagination.
The book focuses more on illustrations (which are too good) and gives an important message about being curious and adventurous. Focus on today and do what makes you happy. It also shows the various options kids can choose when they grow up. And until then, they can be everything from an astronaut to a chef.
I received an ARC from NetGalley, Penguin Random House Canada, and Tundra Books and am voluntarily leaving a review.
#NetGalley
I got this book just to stare at Ruby’s cloud of hair. No kidding, look at those cute messy curls crowing her. The book is fairly simple yet wonderful. Ruby is a young girl who loves to be curious and is always trying to learn something new. She’s happy, she’s playful and has a great imagination.
The book focuses more on illustrations (which are too good) and gives an important message about being curious and adventurous. Focus on today and do what makes you happy. It also shows the various options kids can choose when they grow up. And until then, they can be everything from an astronaut to a chef.
I received an ARC from NetGalley, Penguin Random House Canada, and Tundra Books and am voluntarily leaving a review.
#NetGalley
bexcapades's review
4.0
I'd love this to add to my classroom collection. This was a lovely eBook which shows so many ways that children's imaginative play can show that they can grow up to do any job they want, it's all about creativity and endless possibilities. Absolutely great, wish it was longer.
bookswithbec's review
4.0
Ruby can be anything she set her mind to be. After reading this story, any child could envision themselves being anything and accomplishing everything.