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msrcreation's review
5.0
Received early copy from Netgalley. Opinions are my own.
This was simple and sweet. The illustrations are adorable and this would be a great starter book for kids or anyone or any age wanting to know more about a few of the pride flags. I would love to see this get sequel books to explore more flags that don't get seen as often.
This was simple and sweet. The illustrations are adorable and this would be a great starter book for kids or anyone or any age wanting to know more about a few of the pride flags. I would love to see this get sequel books to explore more flags that don't get seen as often.
shaunie991's review
4.0
An acceptable introductory book to basic Pride flags for children. A bit more of a description to each flag would have been ideal, but what was provided was still acceptable, considering this book is for kids. Would be great to see this book in local libraries or available in elementary schools.
(Received a copy of this eBook from NetGalley, thank you!)
(Received a copy of this eBook from NetGalley, thank you!)
mehsi's review
4.0
I received this book from Netgalley in exchange of an honest review.
I just was in love with that pretty pink cover + I am always very interested in learning more about topics and I was curious what kind of things would be in this book about pride flags.
In this book we learn about various pride flags. From those for separate groups (like gay or bi) to the rainbow flags. How it all started (and who made the flags) and when each flag was made and also by who. It was quite fun to read though I did feel like more could have been said about things.
I definitely was surprised that some flags are still so new. I mean there are ones from 2010-2013. I had expected that the flags were a tad older.
I loved how the flags were shown. Not just here a flag, but a fun image showing the flag. For instance as a cellphone case, or a tattoo on someone’s arm.
However… I do feel this could be BIGGER. It is beautifully named The Big Book of Pride Flags, but it is only 48 pages. I guess most flags are named/shown, but as I said the text is very basic/simple, I wouldn’t have minded just a bit more on that front. More information.
But I did enjoy this one and I absolutely love the art. I loved that I learned new things (and once again was thinking if I was Bi or Pan). I would recommend the book.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
I just was in love with that pretty pink cover + I am always very interested in learning more about topics and I was curious what kind of things would be in this book about pride flags.
In this book we learn about various pride flags. From those for separate groups (like gay or bi) to the rainbow flags. How it all started (and who made the flags) and when each flag was made and also by who. It was quite fun to read though I did feel like more could have been said about things.
I definitely was surprised that some flags are still so new. I mean there are ones from 2010-2013. I had expected that the flags were a tad older.
I loved how the flags were shown. Not just here a flag, but a fun image showing the flag. For instance as a cellphone case, or a tattoo on someone’s arm.
However… I do feel this could be BIGGER. It is beautifully named The Big Book of Pride Flags, but it is only 48 pages. I guess most flags are named/shown, but as I said the text is very basic/simple, I wouldn’t have minded just a bit more on that front. More information.
But I did enjoy this one and I absolutely love the art. I loved that I learned new things (and once again was thinking if I was Bi or Pan). I would recommend the book.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
jenlouisegallant's review
5.0
This was a perfect combination of colourful and inclusive visuals and short yet informative facts. As I was reading I was learning information I didn't know myself, and I felt as well that this book would be very accessible for kids to learn.
loganslovelylibrary's review
5.0
This book is AMAZING!!! I learned so much about different communities and representations in such a short and simple kids' book. I loved the illustrations and the simplicity, I feel like this would be such a great book to have around young kids that are starting to notice different flags and color combinations and wondering what they mean. Highly recommend this for all ages!!
iam's review
3.0
A nice children's book that teaches about different pride flags.
As this is very clearly aimed towards children, the descriptions are short and concise. This was sufficient, but I wish there had been a bit more talk about why certain colours are used the way they were.
At the end is a brief history, but only of the general pride flag, and it's very short. More histories could have been fun.
I found the choice of order the pride flags were presented it a bit confusing. It jumped between gender and sexual identities, and identities are can be grouped together were sometimes separated.
Also, some of the definitions of the identities were not worded in the best way in my opinion. I understand wanting to keep it simple, but sometimes being so simple can be a bit reductive.
The illustrations were cute and the selection of people featured was adiverse.
As this is very clearly aimed towards children, the descriptions are short and concise. This was sufficient, but I wish there had been a bit more talk about why certain colours are used the way they were.
At the end is a brief history, but only of the general pride flag, and it's very short. More histories could have been fun.
I found the choice of order the pride flags were presented it a bit confusing. It jumped between gender and sexual identities, and identities are can be grouped together were sometimes separated.
Also, some of the definitions of the identities were not worded in the best way in my opinion. I understand wanting to keep it simple, but sometimes being so simple can be a bit reductive.
The illustrations were cute and the selection of people featured was adiverse.
ziyal's review
5.0
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I found this to be a lovely, very informative book. This is a great introduction to different pride flags for kids or anyone really (I mean I’m in college and I learned quite a bit about the history of pride flags).
There was also plenty of representation of the characters, from skin color to age to disability, which was an amazing touch.
The illustrations in this book were bright, cheerful, and full of color which is great for A) the kids/age range this book was made for and B) to show that being a member of the LGBT+ is something to be proud of and celebrated.
I loved the design/setup of the book where we would get a page naming the flag and showing it in a cute illustration before having a small description on the next page.
There was a wide range of pride flags, but I especially love how there were multiple flags from the asexual/aromantic spectrum. As someone on the asexual spectrum, I really appreciated this.
My only critique is that I wished the queer pride flag had been shown/talked about. Not the rainbow pride flag, but the one with the pattern that goes black, blue, green, white, orange, pink, and then another black. Obviously, I know that not every pride flag can be talked about in this book, which is why I’m not taking off any stars, but I see the queer flag as another flag and identity that can be used as an umbrella term (just like the rainbow and progress flag).
Overall, this was a very informative book with colorful illustrations that really fit the vibes of the book and I would recommend it.
I found this to be a lovely, very informative book. This is a great introduction to different pride flags for kids or anyone really (I mean I’m in college and I learned quite a bit about the history of pride flags).
There was also plenty of representation of the characters, from skin color to age to disability, which was an amazing touch.
The illustrations in this book were bright, cheerful, and full of color which is great for A) the kids/age range this book was made for and B) to show that being a member of the LGBT+ is something to be proud of and celebrated.
I loved the design/setup of the book where we would get a page naming the flag and showing it in a cute illustration before having a small description on the next page.
There was a wide range of pride flags, but I especially love how there were multiple flags from the asexual/aromantic spectrum. As someone on the asexual spectrum, I really appreciated this.
My only critique is that I wished the queer pride flag had been shown/talked about. Not the rainbow pride flag, but the one with the pattern that goes black, blue, green, white, orange, pink, and then another black. Obviously, I know that not every pride flag can be talked about in this book, which is why I’m not taking off any stars, but I see the queer flag as another flag and identity that can be used as an umbrella term (just like the rainbow and progress flag).
Overall, this was a very informative book with colorful illustrations that really fit the vibes of the book and I would recommend it.
oneday_atbookland's review
4.0
*I received a digital review copy from NetGalley & the publisher*
This is a great resource for learning about the history of pride flags. Really enjoyed the art style and the amount of information for each flag feels fair. Great book for kids and adults alike!
This is a great resource for learning about the history of pride flags. Really enjoyed the art style and the amount of information for each flag feels fair. Great book for kids and adults alike!
midsummerbri's review
5.0
This is exactly what this book is - a big book of Pride flags. The drawings are good and each page gives all the pertinent details that someone reading this book would probably be looking for. I feel like this is an important resource for young readers who are searching for information or searching for something that may represent who they are. Fly your flag and be proud!