This biography showcases the life of an extremely talented American, while realistically addressing the discrimination she faced during her lifetime. A solid addition to any collection.
This biography’s focus on perseverance, prejudice, women’s issues, and uncomfortable historical events makes it an important addition to all libraries.
This title is an interesting and readable introduction to a person who has employed her unique way of thinking to revolutionize the meat-processing industry. A solid addition to young nonfiction collections.
For use in civics units or in lessons on being a good neighbor, this provides wonderful encouragement to show that children can help in big and small ways.
Sepetys is a formidable writer, and her stories declare the need to write about global issues of social injustice. For that reason and her attention to detail, this is a must-read.