Elle Pierre's Blog - Posts Tagged "kidlit"

Hi Goodreads friends! March 8th is International Women's Day, so I've decided to revive this list of children's books featuring some exceptional young women! I would love if you voted/add some titles of your own and help the list grow!! :) https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1...

The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


THE RABBIT LISTENED by Cori Doerrfeld is a sweet and direct tale that, honestly, is so much more than just a picture book. This book deals with the topic of grief in such a way that is innocent and yet incredibly wise. Taylor is a little boy with big dreams who creates something dear to him. Literally out of nowhere, a horrible accident causes that something to be destroyed, leaving Taylor feeling broken, and what’s worse, alone.

This is where the story becomes so poignant. Through various animal characters we are exposed to the many ways we humans cope with tragedy: we talk it out, or get angry, laugh it off, ignore it, and so on. Then we meet Rabbit, the one character that never speaks, but listens. Rabbit is a source of comfort to Taylor and by being there for him, shows that everyone heals differently. What works for one person will not help another cope. We need to be willing to asses a situation and provide not what we think will work, but what is needed. We need to be able to listen.

Children (and their grown-ups) will find meaning in this book and I can’t recommend it enough. This book gets five stars, easy.



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Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


LITTLE LEADERS: BOLD WOMEN IN BLACK HISTORY by Vashti Harrison truly is a bold and remarkable addition to modern children’s literature. This book features 40 short biographies of black women who made groundbreaking contributions in science, entertainment, politics and the arts, with their determination, commitment, and a desire to succeed. Each bio is paired with a sweet illustration of each figure that maintains a childlike innocence; their expressions are interchangeable, allowing readers to see themselves in the pages. As a bonus, an additional 12 women are highlighted at the end of the main biographies. Readers are encouraged by the author to make connections between each set of women.

I loved this book. In today’s social climate, young black girls* need to be able to see themselves as being capable of becoming whatever they dream. This is an excellent addition to the many innovative children’s books striving for representation, empowerment, and diversity. Five stars!!

(*This book is in no way limited only to girls or POC; I believe that there’s knowledge to be gained for everyone willing to sit and read this book.)



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Hello, followers!! (And hello, my sleepy little blog...)

The paperback edition of PARABLES IN PICTURES, VOL. 2 - The Ten Virgins and The Talents was published yesterday!! Here's to another project under my belt!

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It should be available on most major online retailers by next week! Hope you like it!

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