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4.39 AVERAGE
4.39 AVERAGE
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informative
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A very cute book that could be a jumpstart for learning about important women in American history.
This non-fiction picture book uses the history of different female figures throughout American history. It is composed of many short summaries and major quotes made by 13 of the many American women historical figures that made history in several different ways. The tone of this book is motivational and it is seeking to be inspirational to specifically young female readers. The 'characters' are all women who have made an impact on the world in one way or another. This allows for some foundation that may be pre-existing for readers coming in reading the book who may already know about them. It also allows for further learning by introducing these women that are from all across a spectrum and have, persisted in the face of doubt. The author is able to effectively tie these people together under that central theme. One that is invaluable to young female readers. This book may not be written to be silly or fun, which may be the biggest allures of picture books to young children, but it opens a conversation for discussion about the important topic of gender equality and why young girls might feel pressure from the world, in a way young readers can understand and visualize.
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She persisted (October 22,2019) by Chelsea Clinton and Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger is a great and uplifting informational book for young readers. Within this book we are introduced to 13 women that have helped shaped history and paved the way for many girls along the way. This book is especially important for little girls as they try navigate how they can make an impact while still being themselves. She persisted is a good book for ages 4-8 years old. Using this book in my classroom would definitely beneficial especially for young girls. I would use this as a mini lesson. It would be like a wellness lesson for my classroom to provide encouragement for my students. <encouragement><inspiring ><hopeful>
She Persisted is an important story because it points out how these women persisted through their struggles, often when men told them they couldn’t, or when society tried to stop them. Clinton had written this in a way that not only highlights the great work that these women did through history, but she points out that when they were blocked (typically by men let’s admit it) they kept going, despite the hardship. I think that is an important lesson too, not just that these women did these remarkable things, but they ignored those who told them no.
One of the best inclusions is Claudette Colvin, an African American who refused to get up for a white woman on the bus. Clinton mentions this inspires Rosa Parkes, a few months later, but recognises Colvin was the first. There are thirteen remarkable women in this book: Harriett Tubman, Helen Keller, Clara Lemlich, Nellie Bly, Virginia Apgar, Maria Tallchief’s, Claudette Colvin, Ruby Bridges, Margaret Chase Smith, Sally Ride, Florence Griffith Joyner, Oprah Winfrey and Sonia Sotomayor. All who changed the world by never giving up on their dreams and doing what they felt was the right thing.
These stories of important historical women cover all kinds of professions of trailblazers and women who wouldn’t let other people tell them what they could and could not do. They persisted, and Clinton has made this book an important resource in teaching girls (and everyone) that no matter what they want to do, they shouldn’t let anyone tell them they can’t.
A longer version of this review was published on my blog https://wp.me/p3x8rS-1yB
One of the best inclusions is Claudette Colvin, an African American who refused to get up for a white woman on the bus. Clinton mentions this inspires Rosa Parkes, a few months later, but recognises Colvin was the first. There are thirteen remarkable women in this book: Harriett Tubman, Helen Keller, Clara Lemlich, Nellie Bly, Virginia Apgar, Maria Tallchief’s, Claudette Colvin, Ruby Bridges, Margaret Chase Smith, Sally Ride, Florence Griffith Joyner, Oprah Winfrey and Sonia Sotomayor. All who changed the world by never giving up on their dreams and doing what they felt was the right thing.
These stories of important historical women cover all kinds of professions of trailblazers and women who wouldn’t let other people tell them what they could and could not do. They persisted, and Clinton has made this book an important resource in teaching girls (and everyone) that no matter what they want to do, they shouldn’t let anyone tell them they can’t.
A longer version of this review was published on my blog https://wp.me/p3x8rS-1yB
Illustrations are wonderful. A mix of women you have heard of and those you might not have. This is great.
This is a very basic introduction to these historical figures. Not much meat to it but it may be sufficient for children in pre or early elementary.
I didn't expect to like this, based on the low quality of most celebrity children's books, but it wasn't too bad. The message of persisting in the face of adversity is a great one, and the selection of women includes familiar faces as well as a few new ones.
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