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librariandest's review against another edition
4.0
Those of us who review children's books and serve on book award committees are encouraged to focus on what the book is -- not what it's not. So I appreciated this book about rockin' what ya got. (Tangent: It makes me think of Todd Parr, a children's book author who is arguably not the most sophisticated artist or writer, but I really love his books because he rocks what he's got -- positivity, acceptance, and a lot of bold wacky colors.)
It certainly feels like the picture book market is saturated with books telling children to be who they are (and that's not a bad thing). I'm not sure if this book really stands out in the field generally. It does highlight the creative process so would be a good book to share with a budding artist or in a creative writing class for young people.
I also liked Berger's rhyming text. It was very bouncy and memorable.
It certainly feels like the picture book market is saturated with books telling children to be who they are (and that's not a bad thing). I'm not sure if this book really stands out in the field generally. It does highlight the creative process so would be a good book to share with a budding artist or in a creative writing class for young people.
I also liked Berger's rhyming text. It was very bouncy and memorable.
lolocole's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I loved this book! There’s body diversity on the page, a body neutrality through line, and illustrations of self-acceptance and kind self-talk.
If there was anything to be added, it would be a grappling with how you can work to become the person you want to be in the body you have- although the ending leaves room for the reader to imagine that aspect of the story.
If there was anything to be added, it would be a grappling with how you can work to become the person you want to be in the body you have- although the ending leaves room for the reader to imagine that aspect of the story.
skysalla's review against another edition
5.0
This book is 100% straight up wow. Everyone should read this book. But especially those who are susceptible to falling prey to societal pressures on what we should or shouldn’t be. I’m floored.
happycamper12's review against another edition
5.0
Adults:
Read this book when you are having a bad day.
Read this book when you're feeling down on yourself.
Read this book when you feel like you're not good enough.
Read. This. Book.
Read this book when you are having a bad day.
Read this book when you're feeling down on yourself.
Read this book when you feel like you're not good enough.
Read. This. Book.
jillyd's review against another edition
5.0
Loved this fun story and the illustrations. "Rock what ya got" will be my new mantra, for sure!
heisereads's review against another edition
5.0
I kinda adore this book. I want to give Viva a hug & share her with all the little (& not so little anymore) girls I know. That dedication says it all. And the illustrations!
jillcd's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this quirky book with the message of being yourself. The illustrations are colorful and fun. This could be a good group discussion book.