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raethereviewer's Reviews (862)
This was a cute collection and nice for passing time on the bus. I think it’s fun saving a few of the ones that stand out the most and sending them to loved ones.
lighthearted
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
I read this on a bus ride and it was so cute. It’s a great, all ages read and something I’d add to an elementary classroom. I think it could also work in a middle school classroom library too, especially for reluctant readers.
I don’t really know how to rate plays since they aren’t a medium I read often but I enjoyed the last scene a lot. It was such an interesting exploration of race in the society of the time and the impact that colorism can have on one’s self esteem.
challenging
hopeful
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I read this for a middle grade book club and I’m so glad I did because I probably wouldn’t have picked it up otherwise. I appreciate the care that Coe Booth put into writing this. This is such a needed story and one I’d recommend for middle school classrooms.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual violence
lighthearted
I had a grilled cheese sandwich while reading the last 50 pages and it truly elevated the experience. Highly recommend to all those looking for a cute, sapphic romance. It’s perfect for fans of The Prince and the Dressmaker.
Strong character development:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
This picture book has a deaf MC who experiences an unkind reaction from another child. Her parents talk about the positives of her hearing loss, like how she can sleep despite her brother crying at night, and how her hearing loss is a part of her. She goes on to see this child again and they end up bonding over a common interest.
I think this would be great for emerging readers as it does have more words per page. It may also work as a readaloud in a 1st grade class. It would work great for kids who are beginning to read independently as a pre-cursor to early chapter books. It's a great book for introducing conversations around disability and reinforcing compassion for others.
The author reached out to me for a review. All opinions are my own.
I think this would be great for emerging readers as it does have more words per page. It may also work as a readaloud in a 1st grade class. It would work great for kids who are beginning to read independently as a pre-cursor to early chapter books. It's a great book for introducing conversations around disability and reinforcing compassion for others.
The author reached out to me for a review. All opinions are my own.
funny
informative
slow-paced
This was such a cool book. It combines the silly narrative style of books like Big Nate with actual science about the universe. It’s a great way to explain these intricate topics to late elementary and middle schoolers. This is definitely one I’d keep in a classroom library.
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was absolute perfection! I’m not just saying that because I’m a fan of Gene Luen Yang, this book reminded me WHY I’m a fan of his writing and the combination of LeUyen Pham’s illustrations made this a story I’ll be recommending for as long as I can. I hope they team up for more graphic novels in the future because I’ll read anything they put out together.
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a perfect example of when the writing and illustrations work together. I couldn’t put this one down and it’s one I’ll definitely be recommending to others. The illustrations were absolutely gorgeous and it’s clear that this team understood the assignment. I loved the growth in Chelsea’s character arc. The paranormal aspect works within the storyline in such a fluid way.