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She Rex
Maisy's brother's Ed won't let her play with his toys. He says, 'Dinos are for boys!'But Ed hasn't met T. Rex's BIGGER sister …She Rex is a big and burly, multi-coloured dino girly. And Maisy is about to show her brother that stomping, chomping She Rex is as fierce and as loud as any boy dinosaur. Watch out, Ed, you may just discover that dino toys are for girls and boys!The perfect picture book for all dino-fans.
- GenresPicture BooksChildrens
35 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 6, 2020
24 people want to read
About the author
Michelle Robinson
149 books49 followersLibrarian Note: There is more than one author by this name in the Goodreads database.
When I'm not up to my knees in nappies, I write children's books. I also spend a fair amount of time eating chocolate. I try to write funny, read-aloud books that parents will enjoy as much as children - after all, if you have to share the same stories umpteen times, you may as well enjoy them.
I hope you like my books enough to read them umpteen times. Thank you - Michelle.
When I'm not up to my knees in nappies, I write children's books. I also spend a fair amount of time eating chocolate. I try to write funny, read-aloud books that parents will enjoy as much as children - after all, if you have to share the same stories umpteen times, you may as well enjoy them.
I hope you like my books enough to read them umpteen times. Thank you - Michelle.
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February 26, 2021
Michelle Robinsonin ja Deborah Allwrightin "Hirmusisko" (Mäkelä, 2021) on hauska kuvakirja, jossa manspleinaamiseen syyllistyvä isoveli ja pikkusisko keskustelevat dinosauruksista. Veli ei oikein tahdo uskoa, että hirmusiskoa olisi olemassakaan, mutta...
Lopputulos on kaikin puolin onnistunut kuvitusta ja suomenkielistä riimittelyä myöten.
Lopputulos on kaikin puolin onnistunut kuvitusta ja suomenkielistä riimittelyä myöten.
February 25, 2021
Erottui edukseen uusien kuvakirjojen massasta, muttei silti oikein siepannut. Ehkä olen pysyvästi allergisoitunut käännösriimittelyille. Eikö voitais jo luovuttaa...! Ei ne ikinä vaan toimi niin hyvin englannista suomeksi kiepautettuna, jollei sitten ole Kirsi Kunnaksen kynästä :)
November 14, 2020
This book has a fantastic feminist theme that is great for all children. My two year old son absolutely loves this book and asks for it almost every night. I’d highly recommend this for parents!
July 29, 2021
Feministisch prentenboek over de tofste meisjesdino die bestaat: Tess Rex 💕
May 14, 2024
Girlosaurs have equal bites 😁
October 7, 2024
She Rex by Michelle Robinson, with illustrations by Deborah Allwright, is a vibrant and comical children’s book that captures the essence of inclusivity and gender equality in a fun, accessible way. The illustrations are bold and expressive, perfectly complementing the energetic tone of the story. Allwright’s artistic style is playful, with exaggerated colors and characters that pop off the page, making the book visually captivating for young readers. The visual humor in the illustrations enhances the story’s lightheartedness, while also reinforcing the book’s message that dinosaurs—and by extension, all toys and interests—are for everyone, regardless of gender.
The story revolves around a brother and sister, Ed and Maisy, and a debate over who gets to play with dinosaurs. When Ed refuses to share his dinosaur toy with his sister, declaring that “dinosaurs are for boys,” Maisy’s imagination takes over, and she introduces her own dinosaur—She Rex, a fierce, multicolored T. rex that is every bit as loud and strong as Ed’s. Maisy’s She Rex is bold, powerful, and unapologetically girly, showing that girls can love dinosaurs just as much as boys, and that dinosaurs come in all colors and styles.
The narrative begins with Ed claiming that dinosaurs are a “boy thing,” laughing at Maisy’s idea of a multicolored dinosaur, dismissing it as unrealistic and “lame.” However, Maisy stands her ground, declaring that her dinosaurs are just as mean, loud, and fierce as any boy’s dinosaur. Despite Ed’s skepticism and teasing, Maisy confidently insists that She Rex is real, and in a delightful twist, She Rex suddenly appears—huge, colorful, and every bit as ferocious as her name suggests. This moment of playful surprise not only reinforces Maisy’s belief in her own ideas but also serves as a metaphor for the strength and validity of girls’ interests and imaginations.
At its core, She Rex promotes a message of gender equality, encouraging children to break free from stereotypes that dictate what boys and girls are “supposed” to like. The book subtly challenges the outdated notion that certain toys or interests are gender-exclusive, showing that boys and girls can both enjoy dinosaurs (or any other interest) equally. The multicolored She Rex represents a world where everyone—regardless of gender—can be strong, loud, and fierce.
This book teaches young readers that representation matters. Maisy’s belief in her own She Rex symbolizes the importance of having characters, toys, and interests that reflect everyone’s experiences. By the end of the story, Ed’s mocking attitude fades as he realizes that Maisy is just as much of an expert on dinosaurs as he is, highlighting the idea that boys and girls have equal rights to their passions and interests.
She Rex is a fun, empowering read that not only entertains but also delivers an important message about gender equality and representation. It’s a great way to introduce young readers to the concept of breaking gender stereotypes and encouraging them to embrace their individuality. Through its bold illustrations and lively story, the book creates a world where every child—boy or girl—can be fierce, imaginative, and unapologetically themselves.
The story revolves around a brother and sister, Ed and Maisy, and a debate over who gets to play with dinosaurs. When Ed refuses to share his dinosaur toy with his sister, declaring that “dinosaurs are for boys,” Maisy’s imagination takes over, and she introduces her own dinosaur—She Rex, a fierce, multicolored T. rex that is every bit as loud and strong as Ed’s. Maisy’s She Rex is bold, powerful, and unapologetically girly, showing that girls can love dinosaurs just as much as boys, and that dinosaurs come in all colors and styles.
The narrative begins with Ed claiming that dinosaurs are a “boy thing,” laughing at Maisy’s idea of a multicolored dinosaur, dismissing it as unrealistic and “lame.” However, Maisy stands her ground, declaring that her dinosaurs are just as mean, loud, and fierce as any boy’s dinosaur. Despite Ed’s skepticism and teasing, Maisy confidently insists that She Rex is real, and in a delightful twist, She Rex suddenly appears—huge, colorful, and every bit as ferocious as her name suggests. This moment of playful surprise not only reinforces Maisy’s belief in her own ideas but also serves as a metaphor for the strength and validity of girls’ interests and imaginations.
At its core, She Rex promotes a message of gender equality, encouraging children to break free from stereotypes that dictate what boys and girls are “supposed” to like. The book subtly challenges the outdated notion that certain toys or interests are gender-exclusive, showing that boys and girls can both enjoy dinosaurs (or any other interest) equally. The multicolored She Rex represents a world where everyone—regardless of gender—can be strong, loud, and fierce.
This book teaches young readers that representation matters. Maisy’s belief in her own She Rex symbolizes the importance of having characters, toys, and interests that reflect everyone’s experiences. By the end of the story, Ed’s mocking attitude fades as he realizes that Maisy is just as much of an expert on dinosaurs as he is, highlighting the idea that boys and girls have equal rights to their passions and interests.
She Rex is a fun, empowering read that not only entertains but also delivers an important message about gender equality and representation. It’s a great way to introduce young readers to the concept of breaking gender stereotypes and encouraging them to embrace their individuality. Through its bold illustrations and lively story, the book creates a world where every child—boy or girl—can be fierce, imaginative, and unapologetically themselves.
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March 12, 2021
Feminististä sanomaa kantava lasten kuvakirja, jossa isoveli saa ihan kunnolla pataansa.
Jotain on kyllä jo mennyt pieleen, jossa tällä pitää lapsille opettaa, että leikkien sukupuolittaminen on turhaa ja vahingollista ja että tyttömäisessä on jotain vikaa. Mutta vaikka tämä lapsille itselleen olisikin itsestäänselvyys, elämme edelleen maailmassa, jossa jokainen tunnistaa kirjassa kuvatun asetelman. Varmasti hyvä keskustelunavaus lapsen kanssa pohdittavaksi.
Tykkäsin suomenkielisestä riimittelystä ja kuvien värimaailmasta.
Jotain on kyllä jo mennyt pieleen, jossa tällä pitää lapsille opettaa, että leikkien sukupuolittaminen on turhaa ja vahingollista ja että tyttömäisessä on jotain vikaa. Mutta vaikka tämä lapsille itselleen olisikin itsestäänselvyys, elämme edelleen maailmassa, jossa jokainen tunnistaa kirjassa kuvatun asetelman. Varmasti hyvä keskustelunavaus lapsen kanssa pohdittavaksi.
Tykkäsin suomenkielisestä riimittelystä ja kuvien värimaailmasta.
April 19, 2022
We vonden het niet zo leuk omdat,
"ik vind dino's niet zo leuk"
"Er was een grote dino"
Wat we wel leuk vonden was:
"juf las het goed voor"
"Dat het meisje de dino kwijt was, was grappig.
"De plaatjes waren mooi"
"Ik vond de boze dino leuk".
"De grote trex was leuk! Ik houd van dino's"
"De meisjes dino's waren groter dan de jongens!"
"Er was een meisjes dino."
"Ik vond het grappig dat de jongen zei "potje piraat spelen"omdat de jongen het eng vond met de dino".
"ik vind dino's niet zo leuk"
"Er was een grote dino"
Wat we wel leuk vonden was:
"juf las het goed voor"
"Dat het meisje de dino kwijt was, was grappig.
"De plaatjes waren mooi"
"Ik vond de boze dino leuk".
"De grote trex was leuk! Ik houd van dino's"
"De meisjes dino's waren groter dan de jongens!"
"Er was een meisjes dino."
"Ik vond het grappig dat de jongen zei "potje piraat spelen"omdat de jongen het eng vond met de dino".
April 14, 2022
Funny book, where a younger sister argues with her brother over the existence of a multi-colored, mean she Rex, who rivals his toy t rex.
The story has a feminist vibe to it because of the sister’s strong feminist girl personality. But it’s also a cute sibling book, with siblings who do play together despite their arguments.
The story has a feminist vibe to it because of the sister’s strong feminist girl personality. But it’s also a cute sibling book, with siblings who do play together despite their arguments.
September 29, 2020
A very cool and colourful book about being a girl that steps out of the tired out patterns you often see with a picture book that encompasses these themes. This would be a good ks1/ks2 book to add to speak about gender roles. Recommended.
March 1, 2021
Kun isoveli Eemeli ei suostu lainaamaan dinosaurus-leluaan, Maiju-sisko alkaa kertoa tarinaa Hirmusiskosta. Eemeli julistaa tarinan hölynpölyksi, mutta onko se todella sitä...?
Hauskasti kuvitettu ja riimitelty teos sisarussuhteista.
Hauskasti kuvitettu ja riimitelty teos sisarussuhteista.
April 1, 2021
Hirmusisko on riimitelty sujuvasti suomeksi, joten ääneenluku onnistuu oikeita kohtia painottaen. Tarinakin ihan kiva. Tosin ei kai tyttöjen juttujen tarvitse aina tarkoittaa pinkkiä ja hörselöä, varsinkin, kun on tarkoituksena viestittää tasa-arvoa?
October 20, 2024
Todella hyvä ja aina ajankohtainen idea, mutta käännös syö kirjasta selkeästi paljon pois. Käännös ei ole huono, mutta siitä voi aistia, että alkuperäinen oli vielä astetta parempi ja tästä jäi jotain puuttumaan.
February 11, 2021
Upea kirja! Mahtava suomennos! Jos on jossain isoveli joka dissaa pikkusiskoaan niin sille! Sopii itsetunnon kohottajaksi kaikille tytöille!
March 1, 2021
Hauskasti riimitelty kiva kuvakirja. Tykkäsin.
September 27, 2021
En français : Tyranosaurette.
January 15, 2022
Vreemd geforceerd taalgebruik/vertaling. Bijv "Ik zeg het nog eens mededelend..... (...) jij bent vervelend"
December 28, 2022
Girl power all the way!
Loved the rock band and their awesome clothes.
Girls CAN do and be anything 🦕🦖
Loved the rock band and their awesome clothes.
Girls CAN do and be anything 🦕🦖
June 14, 2025
This is a scary book but are she rexes real? Is Maisy right or Ed right? read the book to find out.
September 3, 2020
Funny, good use of rhythm, feminist theme, would love to read to younger classes
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