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forever_fantasy's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
fast-paced
4.0
lanica's review
3.0
Star of the North nominee. I am reading this to all the kinder, 1st and 2nd grade classes
xsleepyshadows's review
4.0
This is about a strike about the cruel treatment women faced in the clothing factories. Many of them were young children, not payed well (even sometimes docked or fined money), working conditions were cruel. Despite this Clara worked hard in the factory, worked hard on her education, and worked hard on the strike for better worker conditions. Does a very good job with the information, illustrations, and has a reference page and more info in the back. ~Ashley
lattelibrarian's review
5.0
What a beautiful book about a brave girl. When Clara Lemlich becomes one of her family's wage-earners, she understands that her work is important, back-breaking, and sometimes harmful. But when others become just as dissatisfied as she is, she suggests a strike, something that will really knock the business-owners off their feet. With Melissa Sweet's endearing and collage-style illustrations, her illustrations illuminate the collaborative and grassroots efforts needed in order to rise up and make a change. Overall, this is great for young ones to learn about some Jewish history, a brave girl, and the importance of striking. Great for grades 1-3.
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mlejmeyer's review
5.0
Wonderful and inspirational story of union rights activist Clara Lemlich. Melissa Sweet's illustrations are exquisite with the cloth/thread/ephemera additions.
kelleemoye's review
4.0
Full review at: http://www.unleashingreaders.com/?p=1217
Clara and her family immigrated to New York. They were searching for the American dream. When her father could not find a job, Clara quit school and became a garment worker to support her family. The conditions at her factory were appalling: low wages, unfair rules, and locks on the door. After discussions between the workers, Clara helps urge the girls to fight for their rights.
I am sucker for this biographical picture book for two reasons: 1) I had not known about the Shirtwaist Makers’ Strike of 1909 before and I love learning about new historical moments. I know that it interested me (as I know it would for kids), because after I read the additional information about the garment industry I was on the internet searching for more information. 2) Clara is such a great example of girl power! AND she is a historical figure that shows girls (and boys) that girls can stand up for themselves when they are not being treated well (in real life). I love that she overcame so much to not only stand up for her rights, but also to get an education and take care of her family. What an amazing person to learn about.
Clara and her family immigrated to New York. They were searching for the American dream. When her father could not find a job, Clara quit school and became a garment worker to support her family. The conditions at her factory were appalling: low wages, unfair rules, and locks on the door. After discussions between the workers, Clara helps urge the girls to fight for their rights.
I am sucker for this biographical picture book for two reasons: 1) I had not known about the Shirtwaist Makers’ Strike of 1909 before and I love learning about new historical moments. I know that it interested me (as I know it would for kids), because after I read the additional information about the garment industry I was on the internet searching for more information. 2) Clara is such a great example of girl power! AND she is a historical figure that shows girls (and boys) that girls can stand up for themselves when they are not being treated well (in real life). I love that she overcame so much to not only stand up for her rights, but also to get an education and take care of her family. What an amazing person to learn about.
brandypainter's review
5.0
So simple and yet conveys so much information and packs a punch.
I particularly liked:
"Clara smolders with anger, not just for herself, but for all the factory girls, working like slaves. This was not the America she imagined."
"They break six of her ribs, but they can't break her spirit. It's shatterproof."
"Her throat is hoarse, her feet are sore, but she has helped thousands of people.
Proving that in America,
wrongs can be righted,
warriors can wear skirts and blouses,
and the bravest hearts
may beat in girls
only five feet tall."
I particularly liked:
"Clara smolders with anger, not just for herself, but for all the factory girls, working like slaves. This was not the America she imagined."
"They break six of her ribs, but they can't break her spirit. It's shatterproof."
"Her throat is hoarse, her feet are sore, but she has helped thousands of people.
Proving that in America,
wrongs can be righted,
warriors can wear skirts and blouses,
and the bravest hearts
may beat in girls
only five feet tall."
arundlestl's review
3.0
The book explains how poor Jewish immigrants were forced to work to little pay and terrible conditions. Clara's story is inspiring, but the book never discussed the fire that occurred just two years after this strike.