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4.39 AVERAGE
4.39 AVERAGE
This nonfiction picture book provides just enough information about a number of influential women, to whet readers’ appetites for more. I can see this used in schools in many different ways. First, as a springboard to learn more about these individuals. Second, as writing models for students to publish information about a new collection of important women.
Upon reading it I wanted a book just like this that highlights Canadian women. I regret that I’m not still working or I would rustle up some classroom teachers to work on this with.
Upon reading it I wanted a book just like this that highlights Canadian women. I regret that I’m not still working or I would rustle up some classroom teachers to work on this with.
She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton is a children’s book that gathers stories about thirteen American women who were brave and decisive. Their surprising actions encouraged change and acceptance over the years.
The book calls our young girls to action — to letting them know that they can make a difference by doing what’s right or tackling their dreams, even when others attack or demean them.
The book calls our young girls to action — to letting them know that they can make a difference by doing what’s right or tackling their dreams, even when others attack or demean them.
2017 children’s book award finalist from Goodreads reading list. We thought it would be fun to read a few of the books from the award list and deliver our thoughts.
This is a book I read with my six-year-old daughter, Jovie, and my nine-year-old son, Olsen. Their reviews will follow.
This was a well-thought out book but maybe it could have had a little better flow of how the information was delivered, especially for a younger audience. 3.5 stars
Jovie’s rating: 5 stars
Jovie’s review:
What was the book about?
These girls that are persisting.
What was your favorite part of the story?
Flo-Jo. The fastest woman ever. She’s awesome.
What was the worst part of the story?
Nothing.
Tell me about the characters.
Flo-Jo and other girls.
What kind of book is it?
American girl book.
Tell me about the illustrations/drawings.
They were cool.
Did you like the book? Why or why not?
Yes, because Flo-Jo and I want to be the fastest runner too.
Did some parts make you laugh?
No.
What kind of people would like this book?
Kids. And dads and moms and the author. And grandmas and grandpas.
Olsen’s rating: 3 stars
Olsen’s review:
What was the book about?
People who persist.
What was your favorite part of the story?
When Harriet Tubman did the underground railroad.
What was the worst part of the story?
When Flo-Jo was running fast.
Tell me about the characters.
One of them wanted to go to space.
What kind of book is it?
A good one.
Tell me about the illustrations/drawings.
They were good and pretty.
Did you like the book? Why or why not?
Yes, it was good.
Did some parts make you laugh?
No.
What kind of people would like this book?
Daddy and momma.
This is a book I read with my six-year-old daughter, Jovie, and my nine-year-old son, Olsen. Their reviews will follow.
This was a well-thought out book but maybe it could have had a little better flow of how the information was delivered, especially for a younger audience. 3.5 stars
Jovie’s rating: 5 stars
Jovie’s review:
What was the book about?
These girls that are persisting.
What was your favorite part of the story?
Flo-Jo. The fastest woman ever. She’s awesome.
What was the worst part of the story?
Nothing.
Tell me about the characters.
Flo-Jo and other girls.
What kind of book is it?
American girl book.
Tell me about the illustrations/drawings.
They were cool.
Did you like the book? Why or why not?
Yes, because Flo-Jo and I want to be the fastest runner too.
Did some parts make you laugh?
No.
What kind of people would like this book?
Kids. And dads and moms and the author. And grandmas and grandpas.
Olsen’s rating: 3 stars
Olsen’s review:
What was the book about?
People who persist.
What was your favorite part of the story?
When Harriet Tubman did the underground railroad.
What was the worst part of the story?
When Flo-Jo was running fast.
Tell me about the characters.
One of them wanted to go to space.
What kind of book is it?
A good one.
Tell me about the illustrations/drawings.
They were good and pretty.
Did you like the book? Why or why not?
Yes, it was good.
Did some parts make you laugh?
No.
What kind of people would like this book?
Daddy and momma.
An interesting selection of women who influenced history. I wish some of their blurbs had been better, but overall, I really enjoyed this.
Read another to baby in utero - had no idea this was written by Chelsea Clinton we added it to our registry without realizing it. So grateful to friends sending us books to baby mooncake! Its not really cheating if I'm reading baby books and adding them to my good reads total is it? ;)
“Sometimes being a girl isn’t easy. At some point, someone will probably tell you no, will tell you to be quiet and may even tell you your dreams are impossible. Don’t listen to them. These thirteen American women certainly did not take no for an answer. They persisted.”
So begins She Persisted: 13 Women Who Changed the World, written by Chelsea Clinton and illustrated by Alexandra Boiger, a picture book for readers of all ages.
The book was inspired by Senator Elizabeth Warren’s impassioned, vocal opposition to Senator Jeff Sessions’ confirmation for Attorney General in February 2017 — and the resulting backlash and instant meme from Senator Mitch McConnell’s response to her. (“She was warned. She was given an explanation. Nevertheless, she persisted.”)
For each of the 13 women highlighted in She Persisted, there’s a brief biography (“she persisted” is included in every description) and a poignant quote accompanied by soft, inviting illustrations. While some of the most famous names in history are included (Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Oprah Winfrey), there are others whose accomplishments might not be as well known (Clara Lemlich, Maria Tallchief, Claudette Colvin). All represent diverse individuals who have made groundbreaking achievements and discoveries in fields such as medicine (Virginia Apgar), journalism (Nellie Bly), politics (Margaret Chase Smith), sports (Florence Griffith Joyner), education (Ruby Bridges), science (Sally Ride), the legal profession (Sonia Sotomayer) and more.
There are, of course, countless more women whose tenacity and dedication resulted in remarkable, life-changing contributions to our world — which is exactly the point of this book that celebrates “all women who persist every day.” For young people, She Persisted serves as both women’s history lesson as well as motivation for dreaming big dreams and staying determined when those ambitions seem difficult or are met with backlash from others.
For grown ups, it’s a reminder of how far we’ve come — especially when current events seem otherwise.
So begins She Persisted: 13 Women Who Changed the World, written by Chelsea Clinton and illustrated by Alexandra Boiger, a picture book for readers of all ages.
The book was inspired by Senator Elizabeth Warren’s impassioned, vocal opposition to Senator Jeff Sessions’ confirmation for Attorney General in February 2017 — and the resulting backlash and instant meme from Senator Mitch McConnell’s response to her. (“She was warned. She was given an explanation. Nevertheless, she persisted.”)
For each of the 13 women highlighted in She Persisted, there’s a brief biography (“she persisted” is included in every description) and a poignant quote accompanied by soft, inviting illustrations. While some of the most famous names in history are included (Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Oprah Winfrey), there are others whose accomplishments might not be as well known (Clara Lemlich, Maria Tallchief, Claudette Colvin). All represent diverse individuals who have made groundbreaking achievements and discoveries in fields such as medicine (Virginia Apgar), journalism (Nellie Bly), politics (Margaret Chase Smith), sports (Florence Griffith Joyner), education (Ruby Bridges), science (Sally Ride), the legal profession (Sonia Sotomayer) and more.
There are, of course, countless more women whose tenacity and dedication resulted in remarkable, life-changing contributions to our world — which is exactly the point of this book that celebrates “all women who persist every day.” For young people, She Persisted serves as both women’s history lesson as well as motivation for dreaming big dreams and staying determined when those ambitions seem difficult or are met with backlash from others.
For grown ups, it’s a reminder of how far we’ve come — especially when current events seem otherwise.
Motivational, inspiring, and educational, but I felt it could have gone a little bit more in-depth.
We didn't have books like this when I was a kid. I'm so happy to see more and more children's books focused on the celebration of diversity, be it books about women/girls, books about queer characters, and books about people of color. Children need to see themselves represented in media.
This book is informative as well as enjoyable (the art is great), and rings true. As girls we are told to quiet down, we're told to keep our opinions to ourselves, we are told our thoughts are not important, we're told to give up. This is such an important book for little girls, but for adults as well.
This book is informative as well as enjoyable (the art is great), and rings true. As girls we are told to quiet down, we're told to keep our opinions to ourselves, we are told our thoughts are not important, we're told to give up. This is such an important book for little girls, but for adults as well.
This book is sure to be featured everywhere soon due to its famous author, and this book deserves to be praised. Most books, if they feature famous women at all, include the same three or four we've all heard mentioned in school. Clinton's book tells the story of several famous and lesser known women who have helped humanity. What an inspiring book for young girls and boys!
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this book! So many women from different backgrounds who all persisted & made a difference in the world. Very inspiring! 💕