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nicolemhewitt's review against another edition
5.0
This review and many more can be found on my blog: Feed Your Fiction Addiction
Parker Looks Up is a sweet story about the little girl whose picture went viral after she was so entranced by Michelle Obama’s portrait at the National Portrait Gallery. If you’re like me, you probably remember the moment and were delighted by the awe you could see in Parker’s face as she stared up at the portrait.
This story is simple, but that makes sense since it’s told from the perspective of a three-year-old. Parker’s love for dance is tied into her love of Obama, who she sees as a queen. The story highlights how a little girl can see a world of possibilities for the future in one simple portrait. The artwork is beautiful, and it truly brings the museum to life! Oh, and the back of the book features a picture of real-life Parker in her Michelle Obama dress (which she wore for Halloween)—so adorable!
***Disclosure: I received this book for free from the publisher for review purposes. No other compensation was given and all opinions are my own.***
Parker Looks Up is a sweet story about the little girl whose picture went viral after she was so entranced by Michelle Obama’s portrait at the National Portrait Gallery. If you’re like me, you probably remember the moment and were delighted by the awe you could see in Parker’s face as she stared up at the portrait.
This story is simple, but that makes sense since it’s told from the perspective of a three-year-old. Parker’s love for dance is tied into her love of Obama, who she sees as a queen. The story highlights how a little girl can see a world of possibilities for the future in one simple portrait. The artwork is beautiful, and it truly brings the museum to life! Oh, and the back of the book features a picture of real-life Parker in her Michelle Obama dress (which she wore for Halloween)—so adorable!
***Disclosure: I received this book for free from the publisher for review purposes. No other compensation was given and all opinions are my own.***
lattelibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
Wow, okay, even just the thought of writing this review is giving me chills, which just goes to show how beautiful and meaningful and absolutely wonderful this picture book is. When Parker goes to the museum, she sees all sorts of beautiful artworks, but is stunned when she stumbles upon the portrait of First Lady Michelle Obama. This is a riveting story about representation, artwork, and the reworking of what it means to see yourself in others. I would recommend this to any child who struggles with seeing themselves in artwork--especially black children--and to those who adore museums and cultural outings. Great for grades 1-3.
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thecamilleae's review against another edition
4.0
Personally, I rate this book 5 stars. However, my 7 year old son rates it 4 stars. He thought it was very "girly". I personally loved the storyline and illustrations. Michelle Obama is an inspiration to many, young and old. It's very much a feel-good book.
madhamster's review against another edition
4.0
I love that Parker is the co-author, and that the portrait artist is the illustrator.
saracat's review against another edition
5.0
It starts off as just a simple story about a little girl and a fun day she has. But, in the last pages of the book, it becomes very clearly about the importance of representation and young children seeing people who look like them succeeding and visibly doing things in the world.