Scan barcode
kerameia's review against another edition
5.0
This biography gives enough detail to paint the picture and portray the childhood struggles that Maya Angelou faced in a way that is accessible to young children. Beautiful illustrations give life to the text. Includes:
-a timeline of Maya Angelou's life with photographs
-a note from the author regarding child sexual abuse and links to websites that provide help and resources re: sexual violence and child welfare
-selected bibliography
-quotation sources
Excellent nonfiction title for audiences of all ages!
-a timeline of Maya Angelou's life with photographs
-a note from the author regarding child sexual abuse and links to websites that provide help and resources re: sexual violence and child welfare
-selected bibliography
-quotation sources
Excellent nonfiction title for audiences of all ages!
jaij7's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful. Gorgeous! Stunning. This is a MUST read for everyone. Oooh, the illustrations are amazing and the poem like story is fantastic.
epatrickmaddox's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
jennifermreads's review against another edition
5.0
Would you like to know a bit more about Maya Angelou without reading her six autobiographical volumes? [b:Rise!: From Caged Bird to Poet of the People, Maya Angelou|42171985|Rise! From Caged Bird to Poet of the People, Maya Angelou|Bethany Hegedus|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1559935875l/42171985._SX50_.jpg|65761910] is a poetical, beautiful way to get the broad brushstrokes of this phenomenal woman’s life. The artwork is positively breathtaking; the words pure poetry.
The major points of Angelou’s life are mentioned, including her sexual abuse; the art panels on these two pages were much darker in color than the rest of the book. I feel like the abuse was handled tastefully and with tremendous care: offering a mirror to any child looking for “someone like me” while remaining vague enough to cater to the age 7-10 range the book was marketed towards. If you would like specifics of the section:
The overall story and the accompanying artwork are uplifting, sharing the power of this incredible woman and her words with which we are left.
The volume includes a foreword by Angelou’s grandson, timeline of Angelou’s life, note from the author, resources for sexual abuse, selected bibliography, and quotation sources.
The major points of Angelou’s life are mentioned, including her sexual abuse; the art panels on these two pages were much darker in color than the rest of the book. I feel like the abuse was handled tastefully and with tremendous care: offering a mirror to any child looking for “someone like me” while remaining vague enough to cater to the age 7-10 range the book was marketed towards. If you would like specifics of the section:
Spoiler
Within the words of the story, it is referred to “Maya, left alone with Mr. Freeman, is anything by free. After a visit to the hospital, Maya calls out Mr. Freeman’s name as the one who hurt her.” and then mentions that, after Mr. Freeman is found “crumpled behind the slaughterhouse” Maya fears it was her words that “struck him dead.”The overall story and the accompanying artwork are uplifting, sharing the power of this incredible woman and her words with which we are left.
The volume includes a foreword by Angelou’s grandson, timeline of Angelou’s life, note from the author, resources for sexual abuse, selected bibliography, and quotation sources.
byrningup's review against another edition
3.75
3.75 stars. One of those picture books where if you don't have the context for what's happening, I'm not sure that it makes a lot of sense. The prose is lyrical, the illustrations are beautiful, and the audio is full production, so I highly recommend following along in the physical book while listening
annieb123's review
5.0
Originally posted on my blog: Nonstop Reader.
Rise! is a beautifully expressive and age appropriate short biography of Poet Laureate Maya Angelou by author/educator Bethany Hegedus. Released 20th Aug 2021 by Live Oak Media, it's currently available in audiobook format and is in pre-release for print format.
Aimed at elementary school readers (~7-10 years), the author does a really good job of presenting the often tragic realities of young Maya's life. Dr. Angelou certainly rose above the problems and constraints of her early life, but her upbringing left indelible marks and shaped the person she became. Ms. Hegedus doesn't shy away from the truth, but does so in an age appropriate and sensitive way.
The audiobook has a run time of 30 minutes, 59 seconds and includes an enhanced soundtrack with sound effects like chickens, cable-car bells in San Francisco, and background speech and voices. It's beautifully and capably narrated by Cherise Boothe. Her voice is rich and warm. She manages to imbue the different characters' voices with individuality, and I had no at all trouble following along.
This would be a superlative choice for public or school library acquisition, classroom use, or home library. Although it's clearly aimed at younger readers, it would be a good choice for listeners of all ages who wish to learn about Dr. Angelou's life.
Five stars for the book, five for the voicework. Stellar.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
Rise! is a beautifully expressive and age appropriate short biography of Poet Laureate Maya Angelou by author/educator Bethany Hegedus. Released 20th Aug 2021 by Live Oak Media, it's currently available in audiobook format and is in pre-release for print format.
Aimed at elementary school readers (~7-10 years), the author does a really good job of presenting the often tragic realities of young Maya's life. Dr. Angelou certainly rose above the problems and constraints of her early life, but her upbringing left indelible marks and shaped the person she became. Ms. Hegedus doesn't shy away from the truth, but does so in an age appropriate and sensitive way.
The audiobook has a run time of 30 minutes, 59 seconds and includes an enhanced soundtrack with sound effects like chickens, cable-car bells in San Francisco, and background speech and voices. It's beautifully and capably narrated by Cherise Boothe. Her voice is rich and warm. She manages to imbue the different characters' voices with individuality, and I had no at all trouble following along.
This would be a superlative choice for public or school library acquisition, classroom use, or home library. Although it's clearly aimed at younger readers, it would be a good choice for listeners of all ages who wish to learn about Dr. Angelou's life.
Five stars for the book, five for the voicework. Stellar.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
delicatewatkins's review against another edition
4.0
Beautiful illustrations. Book reads a little long though for the intended age group.
msgabbythelibrarian's review against another edition
4.0
I need to read "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou. Seriously, she is an amazing woman. This picture book biography is an excellent entrance into her life.
sunshinemilk's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
5.0