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jaij7's review against another edition
4.0
“There are always those who resist being silenced, who will crow out their truth, without regard to consequence.”
lattelibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
What a wonderful story! This is certainly for those who enjoy Footloose, and for those who enjoy revolution and disregarding what a politician deems is best for the people despite the people telling him what's best for them.
The illustrations are absolutely vibrant and the narrative is something worth holding onto dearly. This rooster will not be quiet, despite all of Don Pepe's wishes and actions. The rooster will not see sunlight, he will not eat, and he will die so long as it means he can still sing. Deedy and Yelchin do a fantastic job of bringing politics to the forefront of children's literature in an inspiring and uplifting way. Because let's face it--sometimes you have to suffer quite a lot in order to get what you need. And it's not poetic or beautiful. It can be horrifying and demeaning. But it also makes a difference.
Even more, the typography is absolutely beautiful, especially with the rooster's crowing, which grows larger and swims between the bars of his cage. It cannot be contained. It's just. Wow, I love this book and every bit of it. Truly a book worth having on your bookshelf.
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The illustrations are absolutely vibrant and the narrative is something worth holding onto dearly. This rooster will not be quiet, despite all of Don Pepe's wishes and actions. The rooster will not see sunlight, he will not eat, and he will die so long as it means he can still sing. Deedy and Yelchin do a fantastic job of bringing politics to the forefront of children's literature in an inspiring and uplifting way. Because let's face it--sometimes you have to suffer quite a lot in order to get what you need. And it's not poetic or beautiful. It can be horrifying and demeaning. But it also makes a difference.
Even more, the typography is absolutely beautiful, especially with the rooster's crowing, which grows larger and swims between the bars of his cage. It cannot be contained. It's just. Wow, I love this book and every bit of it. Truly a book worth having on your bookshelf.
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k8s's review against another edition
5.0
Excellent! And, a very timely book about censorship and protesting authoritarian regimes.
duke_and_turk's review against another edition
4.0
This picture book takes inspiration from the rooster who always finds something worth singing about! Everyone is born with a voice or song that no one can silence unless we let them. A timely and hopeful message!
deservingporcupine's review against another edition
5.0
Beautifully written, funny, surprisingly sad, and thoughtful story about speaking out even when it’s hard — and standing up for those who do.
missprint_'s review against another edition
4.0
Powerful and timely. I didn't love all of the artwork although the chickens were great. This does what Walk With Me tried to do but with a lot more subtlety.
kazalicious's review against another edition
4.0
Very Mexican styled coloring on pages and interestingly uses the Spanish word for rooster in the story. The plot revolves, subtly, around censorship and mistreatment; of powerful people using power for fulfilling their own wants.
I could see using this for older children for a story time with a theme of animals, bilingual or sensory (sound/singing).
I could see using this for older children for a story time with a theme of animals, bilingual or sensory (sound/singing).
readingthroughtheages's review against another edition
5.0
Although this book is important to read and share now, it's a timeless book because it could have been read 50 years ago, and it will have meaning 50 years from now.
heisereads's review against another edition
5.0
An allegory that sends an important message about standing up for what's right and using your voice when others cannot. Be sure to read the author's note at the end.