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July 05
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Rakisha
gave  to:
Models Don't Eat Chocolate Cookies (Hardcover)
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Erin Dionne (Goodreads author)
bookshelves:
fat-acceptance-positive-body-image-
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read in July, 2009
Rakisha said:
"Thirteen year-old Celeste is spending junior high hiding behind oversized sweats, Oreo cookies, and her best friend to protect herself from her classmate's anti-fat taunts. She doesn't think much of her plus-size figure until her aunt enrolls her to ...more
Thirteen year-old Celeste is spending junior high hiding behind oversized sweats, Oreo cookies, and her best friend to protect herself from her classmate's anti-fat taunts. She doesn't think much of her plus-size figure until her aunt enrolls her to be a contestant in a teen plus-size fashion show. Celeste can't think of anything worst than to not only be fat but to be the queen of the teen fats in her city, so she goes on a diet. I won't reveal any more as it will spoil the plot, but I was pleasantly surprised by this young adult novel despite some of the cliched mean girl antics. The teen characters have unique and believable voices, and Celeste is not afraid to eschew euphemisms and call herself fat. She uses it as a plain descriptor although her classmates use the word as a taunt. A must read for any teen struggling to accept themselves and emerge as free thinking unique individual.(less)
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June 30
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Rakisha
is currently reading:
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Trilogy, Book 1)
by
Douglas Adams
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Rakisha
is currently reading:
Getting Rid Of Bradley (Mass Market Paperback)
by
Jennifer Crusie (Goodreads author)
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progress:
(page 2 of 256)
— 5 days ago, 12:53PM
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Rakisha
is currently reading:
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao (Hardcover)
by
Junot Díaz
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progress:
(page 50 of 340)
"*YAWN*"
— 5 days ago, 12:50PM
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June 20
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Rakisha
marked as to-read:
The Purity Myth: How America's Obsession with Virginity is Hurting Young Women
by
Jessica Valenti (Goodreads author)
bookshelves:
to-read
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Rakisha
gave to:
The Means of Reproduction: Sex, Power, and the Future of the World (Hardcover)
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Michelle Goldberg
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read in June, 2009
Rakisha said:
"If you're a pro-choice feminist or just pro-reporoductive rights, this book will anger you beyond belief before you get to page 20. I'm trying to decide if I should keep reading. (Ed. note. I skimmed through the rest of the book and became even more ...more
If you're a pro-choice feminist or just pro-reporoductive rights, this book will anger you beyond belief before you get to page 20. I'm trying to decide if I should keep reading. (Ed. note. I skimmed through the rest of the book and became even more outraged yet inspired. I think those women who are pro-life will also find the book upsetting because of the way patriarchal based governments and religions manipulate the ideas of women's fertility for their own ambitions.)(less)
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June 16
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Rakisha
gave  to:
Max and Ruby Play School: A Picture Reader with 24 Flash Cards (All Aboard Reading)
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Rosemary Wells
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read in June, 1972
Rakisha said:
"Oh that rascally Max always spoiling Ruby's best laid plans! In this cute take off of Rosemary Wells' adorable brother and sister team, big sister Ruby tries to get her little brother Max to play school with her. While teaching him his colors, ABCs, ...more
Oh that rascally Max always spoiling Ruby's best laid plans! In this cute take off of Rosemary Wells' adorable brother and sister team, big sister Ruby tries to get her little brother Max to play school with her. While teaching him his colors, ABCs, and how to count, you will find opportunities to teach your toddler or preschooler. My daughters love the cartoon thus finds the beginning reader relatable.(less)
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Rakisha
gave to:
My Little Pony: Tutus and Toe Shoes (I Can Read Book 1)
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Ruth Benjamin
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Rakisha said:
"A sugary sweet tale about friends helping another friend get the knack for ballet dancing. Perfect for beginning readers as it is an I Can Read Book which features picture associations with words. My 4 year old and 2 year old love for me to read alou...more
A sugary sweet tale about friends helping another friend get the knack for ballet dancing. Perfect for beginning readers as it is an I Can Read Book which features picture associations with words. My 4 year old and 2 year old love for me to read aloud from it, because of all the pretty colors & girly things like pink ribbons.(less)
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Rakisha
gave to:
My Little Pony: A Secret Gift (I Can Read Book 1)
by
Ruth Benjamin
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read in June, 2009
Rakisha said:
"A sugary sweet tale about friends showing appreciation for the support of another friend. Perfect for beginning readers as it is an I Can Read Book which features picture associations with words. My 4 year old and 2 year old love for me to read aloud...more
A sugary sweet tale about friends showing appreciation for the support of another friend. Perfect for beginning readers as it is an I Can Read Book which features picture associations with words. My 4 year old and 2 year old love for me to read aloud from it, because of all the pretty colors & girly things. (less)
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