grumpykittenx3's reviews
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challenging dark sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
adventurous slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
challenging emotional reflective medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

I liked these illustrations a LOT but the rhyme scheme was inconsistent which was off putting. However, it’s a great book to jumpstart some tired imaginations. 

Did I mostly love this book because of the black cat? Yes. It’s a cute story, but I have a hard time imagining a squirmy kid sitting though it more than once. 
informative medium-paced

This would be good for any budding dinophole, though it’s worth learning how to pronounce complex Dino names before attempting to read out loud. Very scientific/detached explanation of animals being eaten and dying out; which may be tricky for some kiddos.
dark informative sad medium-paced

If you’re looking for a full overview of the Varsity Blues case, I recommend the Netflix doc. This book does a good job of putting that information into the broader conversation about educational privilege and entitlement. Really gripping (read it in less than 24 hours) and I think should be required reading for parents. #netgalley