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jess_mango's review against another edition
4.0
Sulwe is a picture book by actress Lupita Nyong'o about learning to accept and love the color of your skin. The titular character, Sulwe, is a little girl who at first envies her sister's fairer skin but in the end learns that her own skin color is just as beautiful.
laakin33's review against another edition
5.0
So good for kiddos (and adults too). Reminded me that we all are truly beautiful!
hylianshieldmaiden's review against another edition
5.0
A very lovely, well-written book with a very important message. The art is also gorgeous. A must-read for any child (many adults would benefit from it, as well).
rayarriz's review against another edition
5.0
this book is absolutely beautiful in its message. In the beginning I was reading and wondering how the story would end, how Lupita would address the worry of the little girl main character who initially didn't like her dark skin because of colorist society discriminating against her... Lupita did it beautifully. The story reads like a fascinating myth, one with an astounding message that almost makes you want to weep. The story's analogy used here to make the point that dark skin is beautiful, worthy and VALID (something you're born with can never be wrong) fit so perfectly. It's my favorite children's book and I will be purchasing copies to give to people. So proud of Lupita for writing this
burrikar13's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book tells the story of a little girl named Sulwe who learns about the true meaning of beauty through self-discovery. The author beautifully conveys the message that irrespective of our skin color, we are all beautiful. This book is a must-read for both adults and children, as it emphasizes the fact that we all matter and are beautiful in our own unique way. So, let's celebrate our differences and remember that beauty comes in all shades.
luanndie's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Me ha encantado este libro porque creo que lo tiene todo. Aúna una buena historia, con una prosa interesante y unos dibujos maravillosos. El mensaje es muy necesario y se presenta de una forma que resulte accesible a los más pequeños pero sin ser excesivamente moralizante o didáctico. La calidad de las obras infantiles en su mayor exponente.
artemy_se's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
ellornaslibrary's review
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying and Body shaming
emmajude25's review against another edition
5.0
Lovely book! Kids absolutely loved it, and they always ask for it. One of my favorites to read to them with a fantastic message