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Religion
Title: Wonderfully MadeAuthor: Joyce Meyer
Illustrator: Mary SullivanISBN: 0310723531
Summary: All of the zoo animals are getting ready for the talent show, but Haley Hippo does not know what her special talent is. Her friends remind her that God
loves her as she is. Haley discovers her own talent and realizes that she is perfect in God’s eyes.
Children’s Book Review Criteria
Question Yes No N/A
1. Are there various racial groups depicted in the pictures? List them-
x
2. Is the book bi/multi lingual? x
3. Does this book avoid tokenism? (all characters should x
have various facial features and do not look the same)
4. Does this book avoid gender stereotypes? x
5. Is the author qualified about the subject on which they are writing?
x
6. Does this actively portray modern ideas to properly relate to kids?
x
7. Does this book avoid disability stereotypes? x
8. Does this book depict a variety of family units? x
9. Are women in active roles? x
10. Are people with disabilities in active roles? x
11. Are people of color in active roles? x
12. Do the illustrations reflect diversity? x
13. Does the author/illustrator prevent all characters from looking alike?
x
14. Does the book make sure to use gender sensitive termi-nologies?
x
YES I would use this book in the classroom. I would have to be at a parochial school to use this book however. While this book uses animals instead of people, it
still illustrates a good message and is very relatable for children. It is a positive message to reinforce that every child is loved and has something good and special
about them.
Title: The Mitten StringAuthor: Jennifer Rosner
Illustrator: Kristina SwarnerISBN:
Summary: This story is about a young girl whose family invites a woman who is deaf and her baby to stay with them. The young girl Ruthie is talented at knitting mittens and wonders how the mother will know if her daughter wakes up during
the night. Ruthie then knits a present for the mom, baby, and Ruthie as well.
Children’s Book Review Criteria
Question Yes No N/A
1. Are there various racial groups depicted in the pictures? List them-
x
2. Is the book bi/multi lingual? x
3. Does this book avoid tokenism? (all characters should x
have various facial features and do not look the same)
4. Does this book avoid gender stereotypes? x
5. Is the author qualified about the subject on which they are writing?
x
6. Does this actively portray modern ideas to properly relate to kids?
x
7. Does this book avoid disability stereotypes? x
8. Does this book depict a variety of family units? x
9. Are women in active roles? x
10. Are people with disabilities in active roles? x
11. Are people of color in active roles? x
12. Do the illustrations reflect diversity? x
13. Does the author/illustrator prevent all characters from looking alike?
x
14. Does the book make sure to use gender sensitive termi-nologies?
x
YES I would use this book in the classroom. While this is based off a Jewish folk-tale, it is made modern so young children today can relate to it. I like how this
book has a positive message about how doing good for others, can make you feel good as well.
Title: The Sandwich SwapAuthor: Kelly DiPucchioIllustrator: Tricia Tusa
ISBN: 978-1423124849
summary: This story is about two young girls, Lily and Salma who are best friends. They like doing all of the same things, but eventually a difference comes between
them. While small things can pull people apart, the girls learn that friendship is much more important than that. At the end, Lily, Salma, and all of their classmates
come together and learn about acceptance.
Children’s Book Review Criteria
Question Yes No N/A
1. Are there various racial groups depicted in the pictures? List them-White, Arabic
x
2. Is the book bi/multi lingual? x
3. Does this book avoid tokenism? (all characters should have various facial features and do not look the same)
x
4. Does this book avoid gender stereotypes? x
5. Is the author qualified about the subject on which they are writing?
x
6. Does this actively portray modern ideas to properly relate to kids?
x
7. Does this book avoid disability stereotypes? x
8. Does this book depict a variety of family units? x
9. Are women in active roles? x
10. Are people with disabilities in active roles? x
11. Are people of color in active roles? x
12. Do the illustrations reflect diversity? x
13. Does the author/illustrator prevent all characters from looking alike?
x
14. Does the book make sure to use gender sensitive termi-nologies?
x
YES I would use this in the classroom. This book is important because it discusses not only diversity, but friendship as well. This would be beneficial for students to
realize what is important in friends for them.
Title: The Little Book of Hindu DeitiesAuthor: Sanjay Patel
Illustrator: Sanjay Patel
Summary: In this story, Hindu gods and goddesses are illustrated on each page and described. The stories of Hindu mythology cover everything from love and jeal-ousy to petty grievances and epic battles, with characters ranging from monsters
and demons to noble warriors and divine divas.
Children’s Book Review Criteria
Question Yes No N/A
1. Are there various racial groups depicted in the pictures? List them-
x
2. Is the book bi/multi lingual? x
3. Does this book avoid tokenism? (all characters should have various facial features and do not look the same)
x
4. Does this book avoid gender stereotypes? x
5. Is the author qualified about the subject on which they are writing?
x
6. Does this actively portray modern ideas to properly relate to kids?
x
7. Does this book avoid disability stereotypes? x
8. Does this book depict a variety of family units? x
9. Are women in active roles? x
10. Are people with disabilities in active roles? x
11. Are people of color in active roles? x
12. Do the illustrations reflect diversity? x
13. Does the author/illustrator prevent all characters from looking alike?
x
14. Does the book make sure to use gender sensitive termi-nologies?
x
NO I would not use this book in the classroom. This book does not have relatable characters that kids can understand. This book also has a lack of substance to use
in the classroom unless learning about different gods and goddesses.
