aamccartan's review against another edition
4.5
I really liked this - formatted like a real children's book with a sweet message, very simple but moving.
jeninmotion's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
Super emotional, I'd suggest for kids in the 5-8 range instead of under that because they may not get the nuance.
msgabbythelibrarian's review against another edition
3.0
Here is my issue with this book and the way it is tagged (and how other sites are also tagging it)
It is not until the END of the story where we truly see the homage to Cherokee culture. It is in the Author's Note and yes, we CAN imply it from the illustrations. But I think this book can pertain to any group of strong women with a family member who is serving in a war.
It is not until the END of the story where we truly see the homage to Cherokee culture. It is in the Author's Note and yes, we CAN imply it from the illustrations. But I think this book can pertain to any group of strong women with a family member who is serving in a war.
missprint_'s review against another edition
4.0
This is great. We need a lot more Native rep in picture books so although the poem was a little thin for a picture book story and the artwork is not my favorite, I am very happy to have this as a title I can keep on file to recommend and add to book lists.
pib003's review against another edition
5.0
Very somber, but I love the narrative build. This would be good for narrative skills!
anneke_b's review against another edition
4.0
The illustrations are beautiful, the story was interesting and so was the back story. We had a great conversation after reading it, and reflected on the meanings of the beautiful drawings.
Not for younger kids though, I'd say more the 6 and up crowd.
Not for younger kids though, I'd say more the 6 and up crowd.
heisereads's review against another edition
5.0
Gorgeous! I am utterly enamored with this picture book from a Cherokee author and Tongva illustrator. Must buy for elementary school libraries.
littlebookjockey's review against another edition
5.0
Whoa, I did not expect to tear up when reading this. I love the way the art (by a Tongva illustrator) and the words intertwine to make this into a beautiful story about family.
taralorraine's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
There really isn’t a story so much as a feeling evoked and a lesson to be learned about the part Native women have and continue to play in the armed services.