by Angela Johnson (Author), Nina Crews (Illustrator)
"[A] rallying cry for girls to reject limitations others might place on them and their dreams."--starred, The Horn Book Magazine
"Once I dreamed I swam / the ocean / and saw everything deep, cool / and was part of the waves. / I swam on by the people / onshore / hollering, / 'A girl like you needs to / stay out of the water / and be dry / like everyone else.'"
Empower young readers to embrace their individuality, reject societal limitations, and follow their dreams. This inspiring picture book brings together a poem by acclaimed author Angela Johnson and Nina Crews's distinctive photocollage illustrations to celebrate girls of color.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.4 x 11.2 x 9.5 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: February 04, 2020
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Girl Like Me
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 3
Point Value: 0.5