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reneeannreads's review
4.0
Very sweet! I would recommend this for parents who want to teach younger ones about the climate crisis, while still wanting them to keep an optimistic outlook for the future.
graypeape's review
5.0
This book has a few faults, but I'd definitely recommend it. The author has taking Greta Thunberg and turned her into an allegory, and has done a lovely job of it; it does feel a bit jump-on-the-bandwagon-ish, but it's an important subject, so I can cut Tucker some slack. The allegorical Greta lives in a beautiful forest, but the Giants are causing more and more destruction every day, so Greta decides to fight back. She makes a sign that says "STOP!" and stands where the Giants can see her. At first, they don't notice, but as others join her, the Giants finally stop and listen. They feel bad for what they've done, and change their ways- a lovely, happy ending. In the notes following the tale, the author admits the real Greta is still fighting the Giants, and needs our help. A list of things suitable for a child to do is provided, such as taking care of your things and repairing them instead of replacing them, which is a good way to start children thinking about what changes people can make in their lives to help. A list of websites to find more information is also included. Of course, there is a short bio of Greta, explaining how she got started and how she is inspiring people around the world to take notice of climate change, as well as a brief explanation of what climate change is. I really appreciate the message to children that "no one is too small to make a difference, " something every child (and adult) needs to know. The beautiful, detailed illustrations add so much to the story, and are a delight to look at.
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#GretaAndTheGiants #NetGalley
cbashore's review
4.0
It doesn't have to have all the solutions to get kids thinking bigger. That is half the battle with adults is no one can think outside of their box.
frankisib's review
3.0
This is an interesting mentor text for writers-- how the writers took a true story of today and created a fictionalized tale with a strong message.
ellalouise99's review
5.0
This book is a perfect way of spreading the message of climate change to younger children. The book covers the story of how Greta helped to save the forest and the animals even though she is much smaller than the giants, simplifying Greta Thunberg's journey to spreading awareness around climate change. There is an important message in the book that nobody is too small to make a difference and that together we can help the environment to recover. I would use this book in KS1 or year 3 alongside teaching about climate change. I think the story would generate high-quality discussions, not only about the climate but also the representation of the adults as giants throughout the book.
annevivliohomme's review against another edition
4.0
I love how this children's book isn't just an example for children, but and example for every single person on this earth. Also, it's based on a real heroine! Go Greta!
librarianryan's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
4.0
This book is a fictionalized story based on a real life girl who decided that she had to help our planet. The giants have taken over and are destroying everything. Greta is going to take a stand, and others will join her to defeat the giants and make them learn better ways. What a wonderful story of a true superhero who stood up and said Not today.
kimberleyjay's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
5.0