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babs_jellymuck's review against another edition
3.0
Love the patterns used in the illustrations that mimic African textiles. Elizabeti's inventiveness and devotion to her rock doll is sweet and inspiring. Definitely introduces girls to womanhood, which may not be for everyone. I would read it for the creativity and introduction to Tanzanian lifestyle though.
middle_name_joy's review against another edition
4.0
[b:Elizabeti's Doll|332411|Elizabeti's Doll|Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1347423736l/332411._SX50_.jpg|322954] is a sweet story that follows young Elizabeti as she cares for a rock-baby just the way her mom cares for her baby brother. The setting is Tanzania, and Elizabeti's life is recognizable, but different. I think children experiencing this book would be interested in noting those differences, as well as how similar children, and family life, everywhere in the world can be.
ssione55's review against another edition
4.0
4.5*
The only thing I wish about this book is that it had a Black author. It’s a beautiful little story about a little girl who, after seeing how her mom tends to her new baby brother, wants a baby doll of her own.
I have no ability to speak on the accuracy of village life for a young girl in Tanzania, so please be sure to look into other picture books by Black authors if you’re looking to diversify your library or personal reading!
The only thing I wish about this book is that it had a Black author. It’s a beautiful little story about a little girl who, after seeing how her mom tends to her new baby brother, wants a baby doll of her own.
I have no ability to speak on the accuracy of village life for a young girl in Tanzania, so please be sure to look into other picture books by Black authors if you’re looking to diversify your library or personal reading!
veganemelda's review
4.0
Beautiful illustrations, sweet and short story, good for encouraging imagination, great sibling relationships.
cjcrannie's review
4.0
4.5*
The only thing I wish about this book is that it had a Black author. It’s a beautiful little story about a little girl who, after seeing how her mom tends to her new baby brother, wants a baby doll of her own.
As a white woman, I have no right to speak on the accuracy of village life for a young girl in Tanzania, so please be sure to look into other picture books by Black authors if you’re looking to diversify your library or personal reading!
The only thing I wish about this book is that it had a Black author. It’s a beautiful little story about a little girl who, after seeing how her mom tends to her new baby brother, wants a baby doll of her own.
As a white woman, I have no right to speak on the accuracy of village life for a young girl in Tanzania, so please be sure to look into other picture books by Black authors if you’re looking to diversify your library or personal reading!
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