Author: Samantha Berger
Rating: 4/5 Stars
Reviewer: Denise Z.
Summary: A child reminds everyone to embrace their own special
something in this joyful expression of self-love. When a drawing of a little
girl comes to life, she boldly declares that she doesn't want to be erased, or
put into a picture that doesn't feel like her true self. Instead, she decides
to speak up in a powerful way.
Review: With a catchy title and good message, I chose Rock What Ya Got by Samantha Berger to
be December's Book of the Month. I liked how Viva didn't want to change despite
her artist's thoughts at the beginning of the book. The rhyming text also made
this book extra cute.
Messages of acceptance are
always great for picture books and I thought this book was creative throughout
using the perspective of a drawing and her artist. I could see using this book
for a one-on-one discussion with a child about their self-esteem and it would
also be beneficial for those little artists who tend to overly judge their
work. For ages 4-7.
