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kelleemoye's review
4.0
Review at: http://www.unleashingreaders.com/?p=10072
I love Ruth. She just doesn’t care if anyone tells her she cannot do something. She just goes about it her own way. Law is definitely a woman who should be taught about in schools because she really embodies someone that is not going to let lower expectations for women get in her way of doing exactly what she wants to do. And even next to flying, Law goes against everything that is stereotypical about women because she is also mechanical. (Also, interestingly enough, there is a flying book called Flying Solo which is about another Ruth pilot.) Ruth Law will definitely be added to my “Biographical Picture Books about Strong Women” update post when I do it.
I love Ruth. She just doesn’t care if anyone tells her she cannot do something. She just goes about it her own way. Law is definitely a woman who should be taught about in schools because she really embodies someone that is not going to let lower expectations for women get in her way of doing exactly what she wants to do. And even next to flying, Law goes against everything that is stereotypical about women because she is also mechanical. (Also, interestingly enough, there is a flying book called Flying Solo which is about another Ruth pilot.) Ruth Law will definitely be added to my “Biographical Picture Books about Strong Women” update post when I do it.
jennifermreads's review
5.0
The things one can learn from reading picture books! My strong desire to see more Raúl Colón illustrations lead me to this inspiring and educational story of a woman pilot who blazed paths before Amelia Earhart. As a child and pre-teen, I consumed story after story about Amelia Earhart and it never entered my young mind that she was not “the first.” I just love that learning can continue on and on and on. I’m forever grateful for my mom giving me a passion for reading. Books open worlds.
lovegirl30's review
4.0
I loved this picture book. It was based around a woman named Ruth Law, who was a pioneer female flyer. She made a solo flight from Chicago, to the big city of New York. Or at least she was hoping to. It never ended up happening. She would end up being the first to fly solo for that long.
" I wouldn't give a cent for any experience that didn't scare me a little. The scare is part of the thrill."
This book will empower young girls, and show any child that they can do whatever the set there mind on. If it doesn't work out, the risk you took was knowledge gained. This is a powerful message that children of all ages need to hear more of.
Lets talk about the art for a few. Apparently Prisma color pencils and lithograph crayons were used to create the illustrations for the book. Which creates quite an interesting effect in the end. One that is different any other childrens book I have read.
Disclaimer I received this book for review from Boyds Mills Press in exchange for my honest and completely unbiased review. All thoughts and opinions are my own and were not influenced in any way.
luckyliza13's review
3.0
I love stories about fearless, innovative women! This one gets a bit long-winded, but is entertaining & informative. I liked the bio & photo of the real Ruth Law at the back of the book.
stenaros's review
3.0
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"Oh! I hope there's a picture of Ruth Law at the end! I hope, I hope, I hope!" And there was! Gripping tale (in picture book form) of an early pilot trying to set a long distance record. The illustrations were softer than I would have preferred for the subject matter, but still effective.
"Oh! I hope there's a picture of Ruth Law at the end! I hope, I hope, I hope!" And there was! Gripping tale (in picture book form) of an early pilot trying to set a long distance record. The illustrations were softer than I would have preferred for the subject matter, but still effective.
azajacks's review
4.0
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nerfherder86's review
5.0
Terrific picture book of Ruth Law's recordbreaking flight from Chicago to New York City in 1916, in a biplane, exposed to the elements, braving the cold and sleep deprivation, etc. Has inspiring quotes (properly sourced) from her, pulled out and spotlighted in dramatic fonts. Beautifully designed and illustrated book, where the text flows in curves to imitate flying; author's note gives photos of her and tells the rest of her story, how she wanted to fly in World War II but women weren't allowed in combat, so she did aerial shows and recruited new pilots.
scostner's review
4.0
Fans of aviation history, rejoice! Here is another wonderful picture book about Ruth Law and her daring flight from Chicago to New York in November 1916. Those who are familiar with the Reading Rainbow book, Ruth Law Thrills a Nation, already know the basic facts of Ruth's journey. She began by flying aerial tricks and entertaining crowds, but she also studied her plane and knew how it worked and the meaning of every sound it made. When she decided to try her record-making flight, she wanted to buy the latest Curtiss airplane, but Mr. Curtiss thought it was too powerful a machine for a woman. Undaunted, Ruth simply made modifications to her own trusty biplane.
The author narrates the events with plenty of details, but keeps the reader entertained along the way with her descriptions. What really brings the story to life are the amazing illustrations by Raul Colon. From the swooping loops of her air show tricks to the crowd and marching band waiting for her in New York, everything comes to life through Colon's pencil and crayon creations. The back matter includes archival photos, a bibliography, source notes, and suggested collections and websites related to Ruth Law. This is perfect for a lesson on aviation, women's history, technology, and setting records.
I received a copy from the publisher for review purposes.
The author narrates the events with plenty of details, but keeps the reader entertained along the way with her descriptions. What really brings the story to life are the amazing illustrations by Raul Colon. From the swooping loops of her air show tricks to the crowd and marching band waiting for her in New York, everything comes to life through Colon's pencil and crayon creations. The back matter includes archival photos, a bibliography, source notes, and suggested collections and websites related to Ruth Law. This is perfect for a lesson on aviation, women's history, technology, and setting records.
I received a copy from the publisher for review purposes.
libscote's review
3.0
I enjoyed this book about Ruth Law, a pioneering female flyer. She made a solo flight from the Chicago area to New York City. She was hoping for it to be a nonstop flight. That did not end up happening, but she was the first to make a solo flight that long. I liked Colon's illustrations. I'm not sure it would be appropriate for the book award list I read for, but it would certainly be eligible for Chickadee.