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julieannholland's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
tmeador91's review against another edition
5.0
I’ve made it a point to read children’s books this year; I think it makes me a better reader, writer, and person. I adored the artwork in this book, the language, and the story so much. It elicited feelings like artwork does simply because it can. This one will stick with me.
allmadhere106's review against another edition
5.0
For: readers wanting a moving/hopeful picture book about living with a stutter.
Possible red flags: stuttering; anxiety; teasing from classmates; feeling isolated.
Possible red flags: stuttering; anxiety; teasing from classmates; feeling isolated.
eowyns_helmet's review against another edition
5.0
Absolutely gorgeous. I keep returning to the little details in the illustrations: a jar of multi-colored marbles evoking river stones evoking the gimmer of sunlight on water and the boy's freckles. The language is beautifully simple and direct. Although the subject is speech impediments, including stuttering, the story is appropriate for any child, especially with one who feels different. Great Dad-kid bond, too.
jennifermreads's review against another edition
5.0
What a gorgeous piece of art! The illustrations are vibrant even with the muted, earthy tones. The fold-out pages near the end of the book were breathtaking. The imagery used in the story is ingenious: speech is like a river! It is calm and smooth then, turn the corner and it churns, bubbles, whirls, and crashes.
The author’s note provides added context to the story but this is a piece of work that will be valuable for those who stutter and for those who know someone who does.
The author’s note provides added context to the story but this is a piece of work that will be valuable for those who stutter and for those who know someone who does.
mayelly's review against another edition
5.0
This book was beautiful in more ways than one - it reminded me of a poem. The story, its artwork, and how it is narrated: it was moving.
notmythunder's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
slow-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
4.75
matilda_holroyd_'s review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
5.0
Loved the way in which Jordan creates an semi-autobiographical book about life with a stutter and how beauty can be found in difference