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4.11 AVERAGE
4.11 AVERAGE
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara once again writes and illustrated a beautiful story - this time focusing on writer and dreamer, Astrid Lindgren.
Lindgren was an author I knew of, but never read myself. But who doesn’t know and love Pippi Longstocking? After reading this short & sweet peek into the childhood and early stages of her career, I want to find anything & everything she’s ever written and devour them.
While I *always* enjoy the Little People, Big Dreams books, I was particularly taken with how the author shared certain aspects of Lindgren’s life that many other children’s authors would have glossed over or ignored completely. For example, when Astrid wakes up one day with a “terrible feeling” that “life suddenly seemed so complicated,” it seemed that Vegara was trying to lightly touch on the idea that perhaps Astrid was a bit depressed. Do I know this for sure? No. However, what a great conversation starter for parents & teachers to have with their young audience as they read it together...whether that be about feeling down or the fear of growing up.
The other moment in the story that impressed me was when Vegara quite simply stated that Astrid, at age 19, became a single mom. Again, not a typical subject picture books tend to cover. However, it was handled beautifully, written as fact and then on to the next part of Lindgren’s life with zero judgment. Well Done!
As always, Ms. Vegara brings us a Solid Five Star Read. A huge Thank You to NetGalley & Quarto Publishing Group-Francis Lincoln Childrens for the digital copy to review.
Lindgren was an author I knew of, but never read myself. But who doesn’t know and love Pippi Longstocking? After reading this short & sweet peek into the childhood and early stages of her career, I want to find anything & everything she’s ever written and devour them.
While I *always* enjoy the Little People, Big Dreams books, I was particularly taken with how the author shared certain aspects of Lindgren’s life that many other children’s authors would have glossed over or ignored completely. For example, when Astrid wakes up one day with a “terrible feeling” that “life suddenly seemed so complicated,” it seemed that Vegara was trying to lightly touch on the idea that perhaps Astrid was a bit depressed. Do I know this for sure? No. However, what a great conversation starter for parents & teachers to have with their young audience as they read it together...whether that be about feeling down or the fear of growing up.
The other moment in the story that impressed me was when Vegara quite simply stated that Astrid, at age 19, became a single mom. Again, not a typical subject picture books tend to cover. However, it was handled beautifully, written as fact and then on to the next part of Lindgren’s life with zero judgment. Well Done!
As always, Ms. Vegara brings us a Solid Five Star Read. A huge Thank You to NetGalley & Quarto Publishing Group-Francis Lincoln Childrens for the digital copy to review.
Thank you netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Another wonderfully written short autobiography about the life of the author of the pipi longstoking books. Perfect for older kids who are interested in award winning authors. Enjoy it!
Another wonderfully written short autobiography about the life of the author of the pipi longstoking books. Perfect for older kids who are interested in award winning authors. Enjoy it!
This was a beautiful children's book telling the inspiring story of a lesser known women from history. I loved the illustrations and the style of story telling. I had never heard of this woman and really enjoyed learning her story.
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We're doing a homeschool unit on Sweden and got this book from the library. Lindgren's most famous books, ([b:Pippi Longstocking|19302|Pippi Longstocking (Pippi Långstrump, #1)|Astrid Lindgren|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1519300455l/19302._SX50_.jpg|2056462], aren't my cup of tea, but good on her. Ivy found her birthplace on the map, and it's good to learn about authors who have had an impact.
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'Astrid Lindgren' by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara with illustrations by Linzie Hunter is a book for young readers about the famous author.
Astrid Lindgren grew up on a farm and had such a happy childhood that she didn't want to grow up. She discovered books, had children and one night told her daughter a story about a character that her daughter named: Pippi Longstocking.
This is such a great series, and I gladly review every one I can get my hands on. This one has bright, happy illustrations.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Childrens, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
Astrid Lindgren grew up on a farm and had such a happy childhood that she didn't want to grow up. She discovered books, had children and one night told her daughter a story about a character that her daughter named: Pippi Longstocking.
This is such a great series, and I gladly review every one I can get my hands on. This one has bright, happy illustrations.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Childrens, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.