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carolineinthelibrary's review against another edition
4.0
While I enjoyed all of the information about Kamala Harris and what made her the person she is today, this book is unfortunately already dated in the same year it was published. It talks about Kamala giving up on her presidential campaign and maybe someday her dream of living in the White House will come true...and only months after publication, Kamala is the first black and the first female vice president of the United States. I also felt like the book didn't really touch on Kamala's Indian roots and I wish it had. Being a member of two underrepresented racial groups and in such a high position of power is really important and I wish that had been highlighted more.
I also didn't think the addition of Eve and her mother were necessary. They felt like interruptions to the main story. Overall, definitely important to learning about Kamala Harris' formative years!
I also didn't think the addition of Eve and her mother were necessary. They felt like interruptions to the main story. Overall, definitely important to learning about Kamala Harris' formative years!
lizwuestefeld's review against another edition
4.0
Wonderful, except the weird side story about a little girl named Eve.
marinazala's review against another edition
3.0
** Books 23 - 2021 **
3,4 of 5 stars!
I'm curious with this picture books when i saw it. Since i haven't read any books about Mrs Kamala Harris so i think it will be a brief biography of her in this pieces. This book is written by Nikki Grimes and illustrated by laura Freeman.
I just know that Kamala's mother was from India and her father was from Jamaica. Her parents also taking her to marches and demostrations for peace and justice. she have an younger sister, Maya and both of them lived with their mother after their parents' divorce in 1971.
I love how the books points some details like the family moved to montreal in 1976 since her mother had a great career opportunity. Mrs Kamala attended college at Howard University in Washington D.C too.. Her career as District Attorney of San Fransico until she won a U.S senate seat for the state of California. So many highlights in this books that i can learn with
However i think this books is quiet heavy for children ages 4-8. i think it should be suitable for 8-13 years old maybe?
Thankyou Libby!
3,4 of 5 stars!
I'm curious with this picture books when i saw it. Since i haven't read any books about Mrs Kamala Harris so i think it will be a brief biography of her in this pieces. This book is written by Nikki Grimes and illustrated by laura Freeman.
I just know that Kamala's mother was from India and her father was from Jamaica. Her parents also taking her to marches and demostrations for peace and justice. she have an younger sister, Maya and both of them lived with their mother after their parents' divorce in 1971.
I love how the books points some details like the family moved to montreal in 1976 since her mother had a great career opportunity. Mrs Kamala attended college at Howard University in Washington D.C too.. Her career as District Attorney of San Fransico until she won a U.S senate seat for the state of California. So many highlights in this books that i can learn with
However i think this books is quiet heavy for children ages 4-8. i think it should be suitable for 8-13 years old maybe?
Thankyou Libby!
jengennari's review against another edition
5.0
Nikki Grimes' poetic words tell the story of young Kamala Harris, and the path that leads her to the White House. Gorgeous art by Laura Freeman. I hear an update is coming!
jshettel's review against another edition
5.0
Informative picture book biography about Senator Kamala Harris. Spans her childhood to run for President in 2019. Gorgeous illustrations and artwork.
azajacks's review against another edition
4.0
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katieckb's review against another edition
3.0
This is a children’s picture book about the life of Kamala Harris and her journey through politics. I found it a bit wordy at times.
agettler24's review against another edition
5.0
Love the side story of the little girl understanding she can do anything she wants to do!
clwolters's review against another edition
4.0
This Kamala Harris biography does a stunning job of detailing Harris’ story thus far. Grimes’ prose outline the upbringing of an activist, from advocating for change with her family to moving through the ranks of the United States government. Harris has always fought for equal rights for others.
joncav07's review against another edition
5.0
Inspiring
Looking on the positive side of things. This colorful book teaches kids to follow their dreams and persevere. This book teaches kids to not give up and strive to reach their goals.
Looking on the positive side of things. This colorful book teaches kids to follow their dreams and persevere. This book teaches kids to not give up and strive to reach their goals.