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A review by kelly_e
El Deafo by Cece Bell
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.5
Title: El Deafo
Author: Cece Bell
Genre: Graphic Novel Memoir
Rating: 4.5
Pub Date: September 2, 2014
T H R E E • W O R D S
Lighthearted • Informative • Meaningful
📖 S Y N O P S I S
El Deafo tells the story of a young girl, Cece, who loses her hearing after a bout with meningitis, and her journey to fit in and make friends while being visibly different than her classmates.
💭 T H O U G H T S
What a fun and important book that is both informative and real from own voice author, Cece Bell. She has captured the essence of stepping back in time to what it is like being a fourth grader, and what it is like to be different, as she has lived the experience herself. In essence, the vibrant illustrations add to the reading journey, making this such an endearing read. It explores themes of friendship, acceptance, bullying, and differences. I definitely appreciated the author's note at the back explaining that this is one story, and how it doesn't represent every person who has a hearing impairment.
Overall, this is a highly relatable story for many kids, which can help broaden their perspective and understanding of those living with hearing impairment. Highly recommend for all ages.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• all kids!
• fans of Wonder
• readers in search of a heart-warming story
🔖 F A V O U R I T E • Q U O T E S
"Our differences are our superpowers."
Author: Cece Bell
Genre: Graphic Novel Memoir
Rating: 4.5
Pub Date: September 2, 2014
T H R E E • W O R D S
Lighthearted • Informative • Meaningful
📖 S Y N O P S I S
El Deafo tells the story of a young girl, Cece, who loses her hearing after a bout with meningitis, and her journey to fit in and make friends while being visibly different than her classmates.
💭 T H O U G H T S
What a fun and important book that is both informative and real from own voice author, Cece Bell. She has captured the essence of stepping back in time to what it is like being a fourth grader, and what it is like to be different, as she has lived the experience herself. In essence, the vibrant illustrations add to the reading journey, making this such an endearing read. It explores themes of friendship, acceptance, bullying, and differences. I definitely appreciated the author's note at the back explaining that this is one story, and how it doesn't represent every person who has a hearing impairment.
Overall, this is a highly relatable story for many kids, which can help broaden their perspective and understanding of those living with hearing impairment. Highly recommend for all ages.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• all kids!
• fans of Wonder
• readers in search of a heart-warming story
🔖 F A V O U R I T E • Q U O T E S
"Our differences are our superpowers."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism and Bullying
Moderate: Medical content
Minor: Blood and Vomit