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5 out of 5 💪Girl Power International Another tome of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls shows 100 portraits of female immigrants that made their impact on the world. I liked the variety of representation that doesn't focus on the United States and the UK. On the same note, the book shows women from both the past and the ones currently living, both young and old with all skin colors and background history. Each person is represented with a brief description, their immigration route, and a beautiful portrait - each painted by the different talented artists. I greatly admired that eclectic design idea. Overall, this is another great gift for brave young girls and women. Thank you Netgalley and the publisher Rebel Girls for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and feelings are my own.

5 out of 5 🌟The Father of India Little People, Big Dreams  are short children books about exceptional people  who changed the way we’re looking at the world now.  They're enjoyable pieces of non-fiction  to savor along with your tiny humans.  I love biographies of people who dared to be different, and these short books are one of my favorites. Each book in the series is illustrated by different artists with their unique style that even non-art-savvy like me can appreciate.  'Mahatma Gandhi'  is painted by Albert Arrays with pencils and watercolors and his images fit perfectly into a very tea-like climate of British colonies from a century ago. The story itself depicts the life of Mohandas (who then became Mahatma Gandhi) as an activist who made his non-violent fight towards India freedom.  Even if this short book is destined for children, it contains a lot of information concentrated on an encyclopedic-style page at the end. Most importantly, eve...

5 out of 5 🌟Escapist Wonderland Goldie Vance is living and working along with her father at Crossed Palms Resort in St. Pascal, Florida. On paper, she's responsible for valet parking but in the meantime, she works as a detective along with her coworkers solving the cases that arise in the hotel. In volume one they're facing the mystery case of Mr. Ludwig and his missing jewelry. While this novel is designed for the younger audience, I found it a captivating easy-read that brightened up my mood almost instantly. The storyline is fast-paced and funny with multiple plot twists. And oh, the illustrations!  The very first thing that came to my mind after opening 'Goldie Vance' for the first time was 'OMG! This is so cute!' (sic!). The cheerful illustrations created by Brittney Williams and colored by Sarah Stern have a bright and colorful style that reminds me of girlish cartoons. Recently, a few people have asked me about a 'feel-good book' that ...

4 out of 5 🌟 The ultimate feel-good book Jessica Sanders wrote an ultimate feel-good-book with tips on how to feel great in our body and how to cheer yourself up when feeling a little down.  The book is encouraging to seek help if needed and providing helpful addresses and advice. It teaches you to love your body with all its strengths and flaws and reminds you of all cool and beautiful things people can archive because of their bodies. The most important lesson the book carries is to listen to your body and act the way you feel, without good and bad answers. 'Love Your Body' empowers readers to trust their intuition and best judgment to practice self-care. Use your body to live your life in whatever way you choose and know that you are always worthy of love and respect. 'Love Your Body' also shows importance or one's mind and feelings and learn how to start your journey on the self-love path. The watercolor illustrations that decorate this book are adora...

4 out of 5 🌟Folklore feast Stories about mermaids or other sea-people are as old as the World's history of sailing. From beautiful young ladies rescuing sailors to blood-thirst water monsters waiting to kill them, mermaids look different in various parts of the globe. 'The Mermaid Atlas' is a short illustrated research about merfolks around the world. The book presents each continent and its sea-people on a big map and provides descriptions to each water tribe. Every page is decorated with illustrations by Miren Asiain Lora showing the details of mermaid's appearance. What I liked the most was the information the book provided. Each type of mermaid is described with quite a lot of details, including history, legends, appearance, and more if available. Additionally, the book breaks down the mermen lifestyle, where they live, what they eat, and how good they're with magic. Also, presents all the actual facts like seamen presence in mythology, historical encount...

4.5 out of 5 🌟Charming mixture of magic and adventure Just after a few pages into 'Dalya and the Magic Bottle' I knew that book is exceptional. I started reading it with my son and cannot stop after he was already long asleep. It reminded me of a feeling when I was reading 'Harry Potter' for the first time. The novel is captivating and magical, a true fairytale. I enjoyed almost everything about this title. It's an international adventure that takes place in Istanbul, Turkey with squad goals like in ‘Wizard of Oz’ and mysterious events reminding me of ‘Alice in Wonderland’.  The story is about a young girl from Ohio who arrived in Istambul with her Dad to meet their relatives and spend summer in an old family house. Both the Turkish mansion and her family share a secret that will lead her into a magical journey. Did I mention I loved the story? It's packed with action, cliffhangers, plot twists, and adorable characters. Even if is full of old clich...

Little People, Big Dreams   is a series of short books for children about extraordinary people who change the way we’re looking at the world now. It’s an enjoyable piece of non-fiction kids’ literature to savor along with your tiny humans. I love biographies of people who dared to be different, and these short books are one of my favorites. Each book in the series is illustrated by different artists with their unique style that even non-art-savvy like me can appreciate.  'Greta Thunberg'  is decorated by Anke Weckmann and her  pictures put a smile on my face reminding me of 'Pippi Longstocking' book I read as a child. The read is appropriate for 1–2G readers or read-along with parents for younger ones. It's informative and compelling for both adults and children. Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and feelings are my own.

5 out of 5 🌟 Nature Science at its best Glow in the Dark is a series of books about dark and light and 'Nature's Light Spectacular' is the newest addition to the series. The work is about twelve different light phenomena that can be seen around the world. Each chapter (case study) describes a place where it was observed, how to see it by themselves and a short and sweet explanation of the events causing it. 'Nature's Light Spectacular' describes Nature wonders like the solar eclipse, polar lights or Glowworm Caves. The chapters are fairly brief and text is divided into colorful and easy to read segments what makes it more accessible for younger readers. Although the sections are short, a lot of scientific explanations live in between colorful illustrations, this is definitely a science book where even adults can learn something new.  The most amazing thing about 'Nature's Light Spectacular' are gorgeous illustrations. Every page is a tr...

5 out of 5 🌟 Playful and charming biography Little People, Big Dreams  are short books for children about exceptional people who shaped our world. They're enjoyable pieces of non-fiction to enjoy by children. I love biographies of people who dared to be different, and these short books are one of my favorites. What I especially like about the series ‘ Little People, Big Dreams’  are simple and friendly illustrations to make children feel it was truly made for them. 'Jean-Michel Basquiat' was illustrated by Luciano Lozano who did a great job creating playful and charming cartoonish artworks.   I love reading about new things along with my son and the l ife of Jean-Michel Basquiat was a learning curve for both of us.  Even if this short book is destined for children, it contains a lot of information concentrated on an encyclopedic-style page at the end. Most importantly, everything is put in a simple and small kids-friendly way that also speaks to ...

The ‘Austin’ book is very short and there's a bit less information than in other books in the series. It tells about the city’s monuments, famous places and types of food you need to try while in Austin. Also, it tells about worth-seen events and activities to try. Overall, it’s a good work to engage children's curiosity about the city. ‘Little Cities’ is a series of board books for the youngest readers about the major US cities. The books focus on the main tourist attractions and landmarks. Illustrations are informative and simple, reminds me of infographics in educational pamphlets. Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the digital ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.

5 out of 5 🌟 Educational and nicely illustrated Little People, Big Dreams  are short books for children about exceptional people who shaped our world. They're enjoyable pieces of non-fiction to enjoy by children. I love biographies of people who dared to be different, and these short books are one of my favorites. What I especially like about the series ‘ Little People, Big Dreams’  are simple and friendly illustrations to make children feel it was truly made for them. Graphics to 'Jesse Owens' were made by Anna Katharina Jensen and they're fit perfectly amid the spirit of the first half of the XXth century with their sepia warm colors. The biography is highly educational and besides Jesse Owens' history, it touches problems of segregation and racism in the United States and in the World. It should be read along with children to help them explain the struggles Jesse Owens had because of his skin color. I love the most in 'Little People, Big Dreams...

by DK ‘Little Cities’ is a series of board books for the youngest readers about the major US cities. The books focus on the main tourist attractions and landmarks. Illustrations are informative and simple, reminds me of infographics in educational pamphlets. The ‘Chicago’ book is brief but full of knowledge that fitted into ten pages, it tells about great city’s monuments, famous places and what food is Chicago famous for. It’s a good work to engage children's curiosity about the city. Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the digital ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.

5 out of 5 🌟 Adorable illustrations for a short & sweet story Little People, Big Dreams  is a series of short books for children about extraordinary people who change the way we’re looking at the world now. It’s an enjoyable piece of non-fiction kids’ literature to savor along with your tiny humans. I love biographies of people who dared to be different, and these short books are one of my favorites. I must admit, as a person born and raised in Europe, I didn’t know much about Dolly Parton's history and early years. Hence the book was enjoyed by the whole family and we all learned about Dolly’s life and listen to her songs together. What a great family bonding evening! What I really liked about the series ‘ Little People, Big Dreams’  are simple and friendly illustrations to make children feel it was truly made for them. While younger children can be engaged in ‘show-and-tell’ activities, the older ones can try their drawing skills and make their own Dolly. D...

5 out of 5🌟 Great family time Reading this title was absolute bliss! Both I and my almost-9-year-old were having a lot of fun it  The Wolf in Underpants Freezes His Buns Off . The whole book can be read in several minutes but I could spend hours just looking at the illustrations! Graphics in that book are stunning and full of humor and amount of details can you discover something new with each re-read. There’s another aspect to  The Wolf in Underpants…  that I adored, it’s not just an interesting history but an educational one. About sharing and our social responsibility to people who were less lucky in life and why we should help them. We need more great books like this one. Thank you Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and feelings are my own

4.5 out of 5🌟 Great read to make kids familiar to the word  equity Little People, Big Dreams  is a series of short books for children about extraordinary people who change the way we’re looking at the world. It’s an enjoyable piece of non-fiction kids’ literature to savor along with your tiny humans. I love biographies of people who dared to be different, and these short books are becoming one of my favorites. I’m not an art-savvy person, so please forgive me to call this graphic style childish but I mean it in a good way only. Every page spontaneously puts a smile on my face because the illustrations remind me of all my favorite books from childhood I read with my mum. Billie Jean King  is significantly longer than  David Bowie’s  book I read before. Therefore it’s more appropriate for 1–2G readers or read-along with parents for younger ones (but honestly, I read it myself alone, no shame here!). I prefer it to be longer, hence more informative and ...