turrean's review against another edition
4.0
The story was a well-told and important one. I did not find the illustrations particularly appealing, though.
missprint_'s review against another edition
4.0
It's really beautifully illustrated and has a thoughtful treatment of the case which is age appropriate while also being accurate (including author's notes and a source list). I'm not sure about where it would be useful in terms of story times--maybe in a classroom setting when kids are being introduced to the court system?--but I think it is a great addition to any collection.
kemendraugh's review against another edition
5.0
Really enjoy this art a LOT. Really enjoy that this book was created by an interracial couple. Really enjoy justice winning <3
snazel's review against another edition
4.0
Good introduction to a really important part of history. But I want WAY MORE INFO.
Also I really need not much more proof that God has a sideways sense of humour than the fact that the court case was Loving vs. The State Of Virginia. There wasn't much more way to make that obvious unless buddy's last name had been "Justice".
Also I really need not much more proof that God has a sideways sense of humour than the fact that the court case was Loving vs. The State Of Virginia. There wasn't much more way to make that obvious unless buddy's last name had been "Justice".
aprilthelibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
It blows my mind to think that it was illegal to marry someone outside of your race in America in my parent's lifetime. This is a moving and educational story of one interracial family's fight to make their marriage legal in their home state in the 1960s.
readingthroughtheages's review against another edition
5.0
A beautiful story that is made even more special after reading the author and illustrator's notes at the end of the book. So much to talk about in this book.
muddypuddle's review against another edition
5.0
This book is a SIX star book! Selina Alko writes the story perfectly. It couldn't have been told better, or illustrated more lovingly or well. Because this book is shelved in our library in the nonfiction section instead of the picture books, I almost missed it. It was because of the recent movie about the Lovings that it jumped out at me. Thanks goodness. I loved it. I want to own it. I want to share it with every 8, 9, 10 11, 55, or 88 year old I see. This is the story of the two people who fought for nine years to have their interracial marriage legal in their home state of Virginia. It wasn't until 1967 ... 1967!!! ... that the Supreme Court ruled in favor of interracial marriage....because of this shy, loving pair who only wanted to be able to live as a married couple. Superbly told story by a interracial couple - terrifically!
yapha's review against another edition
5.0
This non-fiction picture book introduces the historic prejudice against interracial marriage and the fight to make it legal in a clear way that will engage elementary school students. It is an important addition to other books on the history of civil rights in this country and one that students may not be aware of. The author's note at the end makes the connection between the Lovings' court case and the continued battle for same-sex marriage today. Add this to your collection for Black History Month and all year round. Recommended for grades 2 & up.
drpschmidt's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful story with gorgeous illustrations! This important book could help students understand marriage equality and it's place in history.
abigailbat's review against another edition
3.0
I mean... I guess I wonder who is going to read this book. I love the art. I think it's important for kids to know that there was a time when interracial marriage was illegal (hopefully that is unthinkable to them now). But I just wonder if the elementary school kids this book is aimed at will actually read (or care about) a book about marriage. Prove me wrong! Tell me your elementary students are picking up this book and relating to it and it's making them think! I did buy it for our collection because I definitely want folks to have access to it.