Reviews

Not So Small by Pat Zietlow Miller

nsnyder22's review

5.0

Whenever I read this book, I think of all the times in history that children have made a difference. Often, throughout American history, children have participated or led movements that have changed law and even the Constitution. The boycott of tuna to save dolphins, the Newsboys Strike, the Little Rock Nine, Black Lives Matter, and even the 26th Amendment have been spearheaded by children, showing they can have a powerful voice for change in America. A lot of reports have documented a rise in anxiety among our youth in recent years, worry over war, gun violence, and climate change. I see this book as a positive way to take those valid concerns and move them toward progress.

pib003's review

1.0

I've literally read SO many books like this, and I couldn't tell you a single title or noteworthy thing about any them, including this one. This isn't a novel addition to any library at this point. Would be great if books about advocacy actually told a story. Also, on the last page there was a notable absence of even a single protest sign advocating for the rights of queer people. Big yikes.

heisereads's review

4.0

Kids, no matter how small, have a voice that can be used to be a part of something bigger and enact & impact change. Another inspiring and uplifting picture book from Pat Zietlow Miller! This one's theme of social justice and helpfulness and acts of kindness and working for the greater good would pair beautifully with Speak Up (Paul & Glenn), Sometimes People March (Allen), & You Are Revolutionary (Wang Brandt & Bontigao).

careinthelibrary's review

4.0

Cute, charming, colourful illustrations propping up a nice story about the power of social movements.