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blondierocket's review
5.0
Received from NetGalley for review.
Gloria Steinem was an inspiration to women fighting for their rights and freedoms. I loved this short book that doesn’t have to be just for kids. I got the cliff notes version of her story and it inspires us adults to educate ourselves more.
Adding this to my future library collection!
Gloria Steinem was an inspiration to women fighting for their rights and freedoms. I loved this short book that doesn’t have to be just for kids. I got the cliff notes version of her story and it inspires us adults to educate ourselves more.
Adding this to my future library collection!
geekwayne's review
4.0
'Gloria Steinem' by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara with illustrations by Lucila Perini is another entry in the Little People, BIG DREAMS series.
Gloria Steinem grew up in Ohio with an older sister. Her family travelled around in a trailer and she learned that people were equal, no matter what their gender was, but found that the world didn't think the same way. She was inspired by the women in her life who came before her to become a reporter.
As ever, this series never fails to impress. The art choices almost always seem to be spot on for the prose and that goes for this title as well.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books, and NetGalley. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
Gloria Steinem grew up in Ohio with an older sister. Her family travelled around in a trailer and she learned that people were equal, no matter what their gender was, but found that the world didn't think the same way. She was inspired by the women in her life who came before her to become a reporter.
As ever, this series never fails to impress. The art choices almost always seem to be spot on for the prose and that goes for this title as well.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books, and NetGalley. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
pattytru08's review
4.0
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to receive an ARC in exchange for my honest review! All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Okay first off- SUPER cute. Cute illustrations, simple pages for id day age 4-9 to understand. Fairly cheeky- (she researched as a “bunny”). I found this book to be one we will add to our historical figure shelves. As a homeschool mama that doesn’t like sugarcoating history- I appreciated this one a lot.
Okay first off- SUPER cute. Cute illustrations, simple pages for id day age 4-9 to understand. Fairly cheeky- (she researched as a “bunny”). I found this book to be one we will add to our historical figure shelves. As a homeschool mama that doesn’t like sugarcoating history- I appreciated this one a lot.
smilesgiggle's review
5.0
I am a huge fan of Gloria Steinem - such an amazing woman who dedicated her life to public service. Especially the service of furthering women and their rights.
This is a great introduction to her life - her family background, inspiration to take on the plight of women's rights - or lack of, as her calling.
Gloria became a journalist - experienced sexism in the work place. But that wasn't enough for Gloria - she went out and experienced sexual harassment as a server in a male club. Her strength allowed her to build a magazine focusing on women - and it was successful.
Gloria pushed the women's agenda - in society, in politics, in life. This is a great overview.
This is a great introduction to her life - her family background, inspiration to take on the plight of women's rights - or lack of, as her calling.
Gloria became a journalist - experienced sexism in the work place. But that wasn't enough for Gloria - she went out and experienced sexual harassment as a server in a male club. Her strength allowed her to build a magazine focusing on women - and it was successful.
Gloria pushed the women's agenda - in society, in politics, in life. This is a great overview.
librarianryan's review
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
4.0
This is a great entry into the life of Gloria Steinem. Many people know her name but nothing about her life. This book \ is full of interesting tidbits. Particular to this book, the information in the very end is different than what you see in the story, giving more insight to this woman’s life. Overall, this addition is well done and insightful.
woolfinbooks's review
4.0
Thanks to NetGalley, the creators, and the publisher for this free copy in exchange for an honest review.
Any time I review a children's book, I get the input of the children in my life as I think their opinions of books created for them matter more than my opinion. I'm a babysitter and run the children and teen comic book club at my local library. During club meetings, we've discussed the importance of picture books as they're often our first steps into reading. The kids found it interesting when I said picture books can be seen as a form of a comic book. Essentially they're both the art of storytelling through pictures and words.
Throughout the year, we focus strongly on diversity. With that comes the kids learning about historic figures and events they wouldn't otherwise learn about through our public school system. By introducing the idea that picture books and comic books are a part of the same bookish family they've said that the best route of finding historic events and figures to discuss more thoroughly is through reading picture books first. Picture books enhance their need for constant discovery. It's a taste of the stories they want to read and a glimpse at the lives that inspire them.
Today I asked if any of them knew who Gloria Steinem was. With the kids I babysit, none of them knew who she was. At the library club, a couple of kids recognized the name from the books they read on their own, but most didn't know her. We read this book out loud and they all had questions, including what the bunnies were... that was an umm... interesting discussion to tiptoe around as there are certain rules and policies in place I have to keep in mind during all of our discussions. Overall, the kids enjoyed the art, and most wanted to learn more about Gloria.
After we read in the club, we always do a private rating with a 0-5 star scale, with half points included. The average score was 4 stars, and everyone felt comfortable with keeping that score. (Sometimes, if there are vastly different views of a book, they'll debate if a book should be raised or lower half a star) The kids I babysit raise their hands if they like a book and keep them down if they didn't like the book. All but one raised their hands. The only grievance that kid had was that some of the noses looked weird.
We're in a state that's currently banning books. The books being targeted are largely by and about people of color, marginalized religions, the lgbtq+ community, and feminism. I wasn't aware of the "Little People Big Deams" series before seeing this and the Amanda Gorman book on NetGalley, but, with nearly 100 books out now, it's for sure going to be something we add to our club.
This is a fun introduction to one of the many women who have paved the way towards gender equality. The art is modern yet perfectly emphasizes the aesthetics of the past 80 years. Feminist or not, this is an important book for historical representation.
Any time I review a children's book, I get the input of the children in my life as I think their opinions of books created for them matter more than my opinion. I'm a babysitter and run the children and teen comic book club at my local library. During club meetings, we've discussed the importance of picture books as they're often our first steps into reading. The kids found it interesting when I said picture books can be seen as a form of a comic book. Essentially they're both the art of storytelling through pictures and words.
Throughout the year, we focus strongly on diversity. With that comes the kids learning about historic figures and events they wouldn't otherwise learn about through our public school system. By introducing the idea that picture books and comic books are a part of the same bookish family they've said that the best route of finding historic events and figures to discuss more thoroughly is through reading picture books first. Picture books enhance their need for constant discovery. It's a taste of the stories they want to read and a glimpse at the lives that inspire them.
Today I asked if any of them knew who Gloria Steinem was. With the kids I babysit, none of them knew who she was. At the library club, a couple of kids recognized the name from the books they read on their own, but most didn't know her. We read this book out loud and they all had questions, including what the bunnies were... that was an umm... interesting discussion to tiptoe around as there are certain rules and policies in place I have to keep in mind during all of our discussions. Overall, the kids enjoyed the art, and most wanted to learn more about Gloria.
After we read in the club, we always do a private rating with a 0-5 star scale, with half points included. The average score was 4 stars, and everyone felt comfortable with keeping that score. (Sometimes, if there are vastly different views of a book, they'll debate if a book should be raised or lower half a star) The kids I babysit raise their hands if they like a book and keep them down if they didn't like the book. All but one raised their hands. The only grievance that kid had was that some of the noses looked weird.
We're in a state that's currently banning books. The books being targeted are largely by and about people of color, marginalized religions, the lgbtq+ community, and feminism. I wasn't aware of the "Little People Big Deams" series before seeing this and the Amanda Gorman book on NetGalley, but, with nearly 100 books out now, it's for sure going to be something we add to our club.
This is a fun introduction to one of the many women who have paved the way towards gender equality. The art is modern yet perfectly emphasizes the aesthetics of the past 80 years. Feminist or not, this is an important book for historical representation.
sapphicfire's review
4.0
Thanks to NetGalley, the creators, and the publisher for this free copy in exchange for an honest review.
Any time I review a children's book, I get the input of the children in my life as I think their opinions of books created for them matter more than my opinion. I'm a babysitter and run the children and teen comic book club at my local library. During club meetings, we've discussed the importance of picture books as they're often our first steps into reading. The kids found it interesting when I said picture books can be seen as a form of a comic book. Essentially they're both the art of storytelling through pictures and words.
Throughout the year, we focus strongly on diversity. With that comes the kids learning about historic figures and events they wouldn't otherwise learn about through our public school system. By introducing the idea that picture books and comic books are a part of the same bookish family they've said that the best route of finding historic events and figures to discuss more thoroughly is through reading picture books first. Picture books enhance their need for constant discovery. It's a taste of the stories they want to read and a glimpse at the lives that inspire them.
Today I asked if any of them knew who Gloria Steinem was. With the kids I babysit, none of them knew who she was. At the library club, a couple of kids recognized the name from the books they read on their own, but most didn't know her. We read this book out loud and they all had questions, including what the bunnies were... that was an umm... interesting discussion to tiptoe around as there are certain rules and policies in place I have to keep in mind during all of our discussions. Overall, the kids enjoyed the art, and most wanted to learn more about Gloria.
After we read in the club, we always do a private rating with a 0-5 star scale, with half points included. The average score was 4 stars, and everyone felt comfortable with keeping that score. (Sometimes, if there are vastly different views of a book, they'll debate if a book should be raised or lower half a star) The kids I babysit raise their hands if they like a book and keep them down if they didn't like the book. All but one raised their hands. The only grievance that kid had was that some of the noses looked weird.
We're in a state that's currently banning books. The books being targeted are largely by and about people of color, marginalized religions, the lgbtq+ community, and feminism. I wasn't aware of the "Little People Big Deams" series before seeing this and the Amanda Gorman book on NetGalley, but, with nearly 100 books out now, it's for sure going to be something we add to our club.
This is a fun introduction to one of the many women who have paved the way towards gender equality. The art is modern yet perfectly emphasizes the aesthetics of the past 80 years. Feminist or not, this is an important book for historical representation.
Any time I review a children's book, I get the input of the children in my life as I think their opinions of books created for them matter more than my opinion. I'm a babysitter and run the children and teen comic book club at my local library. During club meetings, we've discussed the importance of picture books as they're often our first steps into reading. The kids found it interesting when I said picture books can be seen as a form of a comic book. Essentially they're both the art of storytelling through pictures and words.
Throughout the year, we focus strongly on diversity. With that comes the kids learning about historic figures and events they wouldn't otherwise learn about through our public school system. By introducing the idea that picture books and comic books are a part of the same bookish family they've said that the best route of finding historic events and figures to discuss more thoroughly is through reading picture books first. Picture books enhance their need for constant discovery. It's a taste of the stories they want to read and a glimpse at the lives that inspire them.
Today I asked if any of them knew who Gloria Steinem was. With the kids I babysit, none of them knew who she was. At the library club, a couple of kids recognized the name from the books they read on their own, but most didn't know her. We read this book out loud and they all had questions, including what the bunnies were... that was an umm... interesting discussion to tiptoe around as there are certain rules and policies in place I have to keep in mind during all of our discussions. Overall, the kids enjoyed the art, and most wanted to learn more about Gloria.
After we read in the club, we always do a private rating with a 0-5 star scale, with half points included. The average score was 4 stars, and everyone felt comfortable with keeping that score. (Sometimes, if there are vastly different views of a book, they'll debate if a book should be raised or lower half a star) The kids I babysit raise their hands if they like a book and keep them down if they didn't like the book. All but one raised their hands. The only grievance that kid had was that some of the noses looked weird.
We're in a state that's currently banning books. The books being targeted are largely by and about people of color, marginalized religions, the lgbtq+ community, and feminism. I wasn't aware of the "Little People Big Deams" series before seeing this and the Amanda Gorman book on NetGalley, but, with nearly 100 books out now, it's for sure going to be something we add to our club.
This is a fun introduction to one of the many women who have paved the way towards gender equality. The art is modern yet perfectly emphasizes the aesthetics of the past 80 years. Feminist or not, this is an important book for historical representation.