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thebookishnarwhal's review against another edition
5.0
What a charming book about the Brontë family, perfect for readers of any age. The Little Book of the Little Brontës by Sara O’Leary will engage young readers and inspire their desire to learn about this historic family. The illustrations by Briony May Smith are beautifully done in soft colours and capture the spirit of these children. It is the perfect way to introduce young readers to classic literature.
The story takes you to the edge of the moors in Haworth Parsonage, West Yorkshire, England. Here we meet Charlotte, Branwell, Emily, and Anne Brontë. The children learn many things, but the most enjoyed is learning to read and telling each other stories. The siblings write stories and make books for themselves and each other, using their limited resources. Overall the book focuses on the bond between the four children and their father during childhood. Also included is an informative Authors Note, a fun activity that teaches readers how to make a little book and a helpful timeline.
The team of O’Leary and Smith created a heartwarming and inspiring story for book lovers of all ages. The research done for this project shines through and teaches readers of all ages new things about the Brontë family. Together, this writer-illustrator team brought to life the childhood circumstances of the authors who provided the world with titles still read today, such as Wuthering Heights and Jane Eyre, to name a mere few. I highly recommend this book for families, parents, and educators. I cannot wait to get a physical copy when it hits bookstores in October!
Thank you to NetGalley, Penguin Random House Canada, and Tundra Books for an eARC in exchange for my honest review!
The story takes you to the edge of the moors in Haworth Parsonage, West Yorkshire, England. Here we meet Charlotte, Branwell, Emily, and Anne Brontë. The children learn many things, but the most enjoyed is learning to read and telling each other stories. The siblings write stories and make books for themselves and each other, using their limited resources. Overall the book focuses on the bond between the four children and their father during childhood. Also included is an informative Authors Note, a fun activity that teaches readers how to make a little book and a helpful timeline.
The team of O’Leary and Smith created a heartwarming and inspiring story for book lovers of all ages. The research done for this project shines through and teaches readers of all ages new things about the Brontë family. Together, this writer-illustrator team brought to life the childhood circumstances of the authors who provided the world with titles still read today, such as Wuthering Heights and Jane Eyre, to name a mere few. I highly recommend this book for families, parents, and educators. I cannot wait to get a physical copy when it hits bookstores in October!
Thank you to NetGalley, Penguin Random House Canada, and Tundra Books for an eARC in exchange for my honest review!
rol's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Es un libro de esos didácticos para niñ@s que realmente consigue trascender su condición y ofrecer algo más que una semblanza biográfica de las hermanas Brönte. A través de unos pequeños libros que las hermanas hacían en su niñez, la autora nos ofrece una serie de delicadas set pieces en las que imagina los pormenores de su infancia, visualizada magistralmente por la ilustradora. De hecho, y por todo ello, el hermano no escritor es un personaje tan interesante como ellas. Incluso sus mascotas parecen contagiadas de los inteligentes juegos de l@s Brönte en un libro excelente más allá de los límites impuestos por la propia naturaleza del encargo.
emmykay's review against another edition
5.0
How wonderful was this book!! The story was sweet and the pictures were beautiful. I loved the directions on how to make your own little book and the timeline of the Brontes lives. I loved it all.
emilie_dbr's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
geekwayne's review against another edition
4.0
‘The Little Books of the Little Brontës’ by Sara O’ Leary with illustrations by Briony May Smith is a picture book about young siblings who grew up to become famous writers.
The Brontë siblings Charlotte, Branwell, Emily and Anne lived on a windswept moor and knew plenty of sadness. To survive in a somewhat confined existence, they relied on their imaginations to create stories for each other based on all the books they read. They created their own stories in tiny books that were so tiny, the adults couldn’t read them.
I really liked this picture book about siblings who could imagine better worlds. The illustrations are really great too.
The Brontë siblings Charlotte, Branwell, Emily and Anne lived on a windswept moor and knew plenty of sadness. To survive in a somewhat confined existence, they relied on their imaginations to create stories for each other based on all the books they read. They created their own stories in tiny books that were so tiny, the adults couldn’t read them.
I really liked this picture book about siblings who could imagine better worlds. The illustrations are really great too.
mbohan's review against another edition
5.0
This children's biography about The Brontës introduces children to the Brontës by focusing on the family at their most relatable--when they were creative kids with a passion for nature and an insatiable appetite for storytelling.
I loved this book!! What I loved most was that the author's and illustrator's clear focus was making the Brontës relatable to young readers. The writing style is engaging and serves to beckon readers in to this view of the lives of the Brontë children. The illustrations are gorgeous and captivating as they use various perspectives (above, from the side, etc.) to add visual interest for readers.
While most of the book is about the childhood of the Brontë family, this focus sets readers up for a seamless transition into the professional careers of the Brontë sisters. The author accomplishes this by framing their childhood with a focus on their creativity and love of stories. For those who want to know more about their careers, there is a timeline of their lives and author's note that provide this information. I thought the limited focus on the adult lives of the Brontës was an appropriate choice, as this allows the book to retain a broad appeal to young readers, most of whom have not even heard of the family.
I will certainly be purchasing this for my library's biography collection!
I loved this book!! What I loved most was that the author's and illustrator's clear focus was making the Brontës relatable to young readers. The writing style is engaging and serves to beckon readers in to this view of the lives of the Brontë children. The illustrations are gorgeous and captivating as they use various perspectives (above, from the side, etc.) to add visual interest for readers.
While most of the book is about the childhood of the Brontë family, this focus sets readers up for a seamless transition into the professional careers of the Brontë sisters. The author accomplishes this by framing their childhood with a focus on their creativity and love of stories. For those who want to know more about their careers, there is a timeline of their lives and author's note that provide this information. I thought the limited focus on the adult lives of the Brontës was an appropriate choice, as this allows the book to retain a broad appeal to young readers, most of whom have not even heard of the family.
I will certainly be purchasing this for my library's biography collection!
michellehenriereads's review against another edition
5.0
My thanks for the ARC goes to NetGalley and Penguin Random House Canada, Tundra Books. I'm voluntarily leaving a review.
This picture book has beautiful, warm illustrations and recounts the live of the Brontës. Instead of focusing on the tragedies, the author points out all the good things that helped them develop their story-telling abilities. There is additional back matter that goes into greater detail about who survived and who dies as children.
I deeply enjoyed this book and hope you do too.
Happy reading!
This picture book has beautiful, warm illustrations and recounts the live of the Brontës. Instead of focusing on the tragedies, the author points out all the good things that helped them develop their story-telling abilities. There is additional back matter that goes into greater detail about who survived and who dies as children.
I deeply enjoyed this book and hope you do too.
Happy reading!
thewyblib's review against another edition
5.0
The book cover illustration excited me and I was not let down from there. The joy of books at such a young age melts my heart. This was a charming read about using your imagination and developing incredible stories to share with others. A magically book that captures the creative, sweet innocence childhood can bring. And in this case, these storytellers grew up to keep telling stories. A wonderful introduction for little ones to meet some of the great, classic writers they will read when they are older.
While my ARC copy for kindle was not formatted in the best for viewing the illustrations as this time, I am excited to pick this one up in person later this month. The illustrations and text are sweet and I look forward to sharing with my children - if I am being honest, I hope they create their own tiny books to share. :) Thank you NetGalley and Penguin Random House Canada for this digital review copy.
While my ARC copy for kindle was not formatted in the best for viewing the illustrations as this time, I am excited to pick this one up in person later this month. The illustrations and text are sweet and I look forward to sharing with my children - if I am being honest, I hope they create their own tiny books to share. :) Thank you NetGalley and Penguin Random House Canada for this digital review copy.
nsnyder22's review against another edition
5.0
I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher for my honest opinion.
More than a biography, this book is a celebration of books. Even as children, Brontes have lost loved ones but are able to find joy and happiness in the world through their imaginations and the making of tiny books. Some of these little books are still intact in museums, the oldest being one that Charlotte made for her little sister, Anne. This book is such a sweet uplifting story of the Brontes and even includes instructions on how to make your own little book today. A really great book for teachers and home libraries that love books.
More than a biography, this book is a celebration of books. Even as children, Brontes have lost loved ones but are able to find joy and happiness in the world through their imaginations and the making of tiny books. Some of these little books are still intact in museums, the oldest being one that Charlotte made for her little sister, Anne. This book is such a sweet uplifting story of the Brontes and even includes instructions on how to make your own little book today. A really great book for teachers and home libraries that love books.