Monday, July 5, 2021

Just Ask! Be Different, Be Brave, Be You by Sonia Sotomayer

 


Summary:

Just Ask! by Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayer is a picture pook that values each person´s differences.  The book begins by Sonia and her friends planting a garden.  She talks about how the different plants make the garden special and compares this to how the differences between kids are special too.  Children learn its okay to ask questions when you are curious about someone.  Sonia writes about her difference of diabetes.  Then eleven other kids introduce what makes them special.  Each character contributes to the garden in a unique way that connects to their strengths.

Just Ask! is beautifully illustrated by Rafael Lopez.  The illustrations are vibrant and portrays the different ethnicities, genders, and abilities that contribute to making the garden unique.  Readers are able to connect to the characters´ feelings and emotions.  The book sends a positive message about asking questions and the importance of diversity in others.  

Sotomayor, S., & López Rafael. (2019). Just ask!: be different, be brave, be you. Philomel Books.

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