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3.76 AVERAGE
3.76 AVERAGE
lighthearted
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:
No
I'm not an expert in early chapter books, but I can see why this would be a great book for 3rd and 4th grade readers, especially those that are into sports. There definitely is some cultural knowledge needed, especially with black hairstyles which are referenced often, but for many kids this will be a book that they can see themselves and their families in! Each chapter is short (2-3 pages) and the events of the book keep moving so kids will be engaged in reading all the way until the end!
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
It's good to see books like these exist for kids today.
You want it, J.D.'s got it...at least where a haircut is concerned. He's the youngest and coldest to do it where he's from and its time that the adults in the city know it too.
Man J Dillard really captured what I believe is the essence of being a young, innovative, talented black boy in America. This story was culturally rich and generationally encapsulating. Also, there were few moments of social commentary that all felt relevant to the storyline. I loved every minute of it and can't wait to see what happens with Vanessa's journey.
This book conveys so much, in so little time that it was imperative that it engaged the reader from the first page. That being said, I can confidently admit that J.D. and the Great Barber Battle did not disappoint in that regard. This book is something I would like to see in diverse elementary and middle schools/libraries across America. This is the type of positive reinforcement and representation that I want to see. Themes shared in this book center around: familiar structure, work ethic, respect and manners, innovation, and creativity.
This book is shown through a black lense showcasing all the different experiences that come along with it. J Dillard did an amazing job of including something for all readers to connect with. Things that relate to the adults "older generation" would be reference to Flo Jo and her nail colors along with watching the Young and the Restless with your grandparents versus the impact Patrick Mahomes on young sports enthusiast and the renewed interest in pompadours. It the relationship and outlook of a child with "everything" and how the grass isn't always greener in relation to child who only has the necessities.
Lastly, this has some of the best wholesome humor I've read. That comment from his grandma about toilet tissue not being free could not have landed any harder than it did during a nationwide toilet paper shortage. HA! This also has the best illustrations I've seen. I hope to see a lot more of Akeem S. Roberts work in the future. Jordan's bulls haircut was literally a work of art!
All in all, I highly recommend!
Man J Dillard really captured what I believe is the essence of being a young, innovative, talented black boy in America. This story was culturally rich and generationally encapsulating. Also, there were few moments of social commentary that all felt relevant to the storyline. I loved every minute of it and can't wait to see what happens with Vanessa's journey.
This book conveys so much, in so little time that it was imperative that it engaged the reader from the first page. That being said, I can confidently admit that J.D. and the Great Barber Battle did not disappoint in that regard. This book is something I would like to see in diverse elementary and middle schools/libraries across America. This is the type of positive reinforcement and representation that I want to see. Themes shared in this book center around: familiar structure, work ethic, respect and manners, innovation, and creativity.
This book is shown through a black lense showcasing all the different experiences that come along with it. J Dillard did an amazing job of including something for all readers to connect with. Things that relate to the adults "older generation" would be reference to Flo Jo and her nail colors along with watching the Young and the Restless with your grandparents versus the impact Patrick Mahomes on young sports enthusiast and the renewed interest in pompadours. It the relationship and outlook of a child with "everything" and how the grass isn't always greener in relation to child who only has the necessities.
Lastly, this has some of the best wholesome humor I've read. That comment from his grandma about toilet tissue not being free could not have landed any harder than it did during a nationwide toilet paper shortage. HA! This also has the best illustrations I've seen. I hope to see a lot more of Akeem S. Roberts work in the future. Jordan's bulls haircut was literally a work of art!
All in all, I highly recommend!
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
This will make for a great read aloud for my 2nd and 3rd graders. I'm looking forward to reading more about J.D. and was glad to hear that it will be a series.