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Little People, BIG DREAMS
Ruth Bader Ginsburg (Volume 66)
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the beloved supreme court justice.
Little Ruth’s mom taught her to be a lady—which meant to be her own independent self. Ruth promised herself she would do everything her mother didn’t get the chance to do. And she excelled : at school, as a law professor, and later on the supreme court fighting gender discrimination.
Ruth became one of the most iconic figures in U.S. politics, standing up for what she believed in , fighting for racial and gender equality, and defending democratic values.
This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back , including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the justice’s life.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets . Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.
Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
Little Ruth’s mom taught her to be a lady—which meant to be her own independent self. Ruth promised herself she would do everything her mother didn’t get the chance to do. And she excelled : at school, as a law professor, and later on the supreme court fighting gender discrimination.
Ruth became one of the most iconic figures in U.S. politics, standing up for what she believed in , fighting for racial and gender equality, and defending democratic values.
This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back , including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the justice’s life.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets . Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.
Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
32 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2021
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December 30, 2021
5★
“Ruth won hundreds of cases, and every tiny triumph was a big step towards equality. Before the Supreme Court, the highest court of all, she convinced the whole bench to apply the 14th Amendment to end gender discrimination.”
I couldn’t let 2021 go by without acknowledging the debt that I and millions of others owe to the notorious RBG, as she is affectionately known. She was a little Jewish girl who grew up inspired by a mother who taught her the value of learning.
Ruth’s mother hands a mystery story to a very young Ruth
Her mother never got a chance to continue her own education, and she died before Ruth finished high school, but not before Ruth knew what she wanted to do. She wanted to do all the things her mother had been prevented from doing because she was a daughter, not a son.
“The first step to being independent is to have a good education, something Ruth’s mother never had.”
Ruth met her husband, Martin, at Cornell, where she had a scholarship. Not only was he one guy who actually admired her brain, “he became the love of her life and the one in charge of the kitchen.”
They raised their family and trained to be lawyers together, but women were not appreciated in law school.
“One day, a teacher accused Ruth and eight other women of each taking up a man’s space... in a class of 550 students!”
We’re not talking about the 1800s here. She was at Cornell from 1950-1954. You know, those ‘perfect’ glory days people keep harking back to nostalgically. Well, no, they weren’t all that great.
After college, she went to Sweden for research and found a much more egalitarian society.
“Here, women were supported to develop their talents and succeed in their careers while raising their children.”
Back home, she became an effective lawyer, fighting for equal rights. She argued successfully before the Supreme Court to end gender discrimination and was later invited by the President to sit on the bench!
She argued fiercely for what she believed and was very convincing. She became good friends with one of her main opponents, Antonin Scalia, although he often disagreed with her.
“They admired each other’s work—and they enjoyed going to the opera together, too!”
I love that picture – I hope you can see it. What fun they must have had sometimes! She tried unsuccessfully to defend the Voting Rights Act (to do with racial discrimination), but she rallied a lot of young law students to the cause!
“I dissent!”
This book doesn’t mention her famous ‘dissenting collar’, but it’s what they show her wearing above and in this next illustration.
RBG with young admirers she has inspired
Lest you think she was always a feisty little old lady, here are some photos of her youth from ‘TIME Magazine’ .
“See Ruth Bader Ginsburg Grow from Toddler to Supreme Court Justice”
https://time.com/3714172/ruth-bader-g...
And here is a real photo of her and Scalia at the opera.
“We were best buddies.”
Love the book and the message and this amazing woman. Thanks to NetGalley and Quarto's Frances Lincoln Children’s Books for the preview copy. As always, there is a short bio at the end with 4 photos and suggestions for other books to read about her.
I sure hope this makes its way into schools and libraries everywhere to inspire girls to continue to stand up for themselves and others! She also proves you can dissent and disagree with someone without being enemies.
August 18, 2021
I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg is an amazing addition to the Little People Big Dreams series and is a very important person for children, especially girls, to learn about. This lady was truly amazing and definitely deserves her spot within this amazing series of biographies for children.
This series is such an inspiration to children about important and inspirational people living and dead. This series teaches children they can be everything they dream of and more.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg is an amazing addition to the Little People Big Dreams series and is a very important person for children, especially girls, to learn about. This lady was truly amazing and definitely deserves her spot within this amazing series of biographies for children.
This series is such an inspiration to children about important and inspirational people living and dead. This series teaches children they can be everything they dream of and more.
August 5, 2021
Ruth Bader Ginsburg was born in 1933 in NYC. Life was much different for a young, Jewish girl at that time. Still, her mother was brave and intelligent and teaches Ruth that she should be her independent self. Education is stressed as the key to having choices in life. Sadly, Ruth’s Mom dies when she is in High School. This only makes Ruth want to please her mother more. Ruth gets a scholarship to Cornell University and from then on pursues her goal to become a lawyer. She meets the love of her life, Martin. Both are finishing law school and he helps her raise their family. This makes it possible for both to have careers in the law. However, it is much harder for Ruth because she is a woman, and most jobs she is offered are to be a secretary.
This type of treatment, makes Ruth especially want to fight for Equal Rights for everyone. She uses the 14th Amendment of the Constitution to say it’s unconstitutional to treat people different based on gender. Ruth is very effective at taking cases that fight for this right, both for men and women. She is known to be a fierce advocate of equality and applying fairness in cases. In 1993, Ruth joins the Supreme Court, and she is only the second woman ever to hold this incredibly important job. Ruth does fight for what she thinks is right, but also gets along with the other Justices. She is good friends with Anthony Scalia, even though he doesn’t always vote the same on legal cases. She has a way of making people see her point.
So, over time Ruth Bader Ginsburg became a hero to a whole new generation of people. She believes that each person deserves an equal chance in life. If that does not happen, then the court should step in and stop discrimination. RBG becomes a symbol of a person who works hard to accomplish equal rights for all. She certainly changed the lives of many in her lifetime.
This is a great book for children to read. It shows that if they dream of being lawyers, judges, or working for equal rights, that can happen. Many of the cases Ruth voted on, changed their young lives. Now they have the chance to help the next generation. These are very important lessons for kids to learn.
The illustrations I thought were exceptional. They made the book even more vibrant and were done by Judit Orosz.
Thank you NetGalley, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, and Frances Lincoln Children’s Books for providing an ARC of this wonderful book, part of the Little People, Big Dreams Series.
This type of treatment, makes Ruth especially want to fight for Equal Rights for everyone. She uses the 14th Amendment of the Constitution to say it’s unconstitutional to treat people different based on gender. Ruth is very effective at taking cases that fight for this right, both for men and women. She is known to be a fierce advocate of equality and applying fairness in cases. In 1993, Ruth joins the Supreme Court, and she is only the second woman ever to hold this incredibly important job. Ruth does fight for what she thinks is right, but also gets along with the other Justices. She is good friends with Anthony Scalia, even though he doesn’t always vote the same on legal cases. She has a way of making people see her point.
So, over time Ruth Bader Ginsburg became a hero to a whole new generation of people. She believes that each person deserves an equal chance in life. If that does not happen, then the court should step in and stop discrimination. RBG becomes a symbol of a person who works hard to accomplish equal rights for all. She certainly changed the lives of many in her lifetime.
This is a great book for children to read. It shows that if they dream of being lawyers, judges, or working for equal rights, that can happen. Many of the cases Ruth voted on, changed their young lives. Now they have the chance to help the next generation. These are very important lessons for kids to learn.
The illustrations I thought were exceptional. They made the book even more vibrant and were done by Judit Orosz.
Thank you NetGalley, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, and Frances Lincoln Children’s Books for providing an ARC of this wonderful book, part of the Little People, Big Dreams Series.
April 20, 2021
The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
This series is always a joy to read, it’s a really nice introduction to well known people for little children. Of course the plot is always a little bit fast but that’s to be expected and it’s totally understandable.
This little book here is about Ruth Bader Ginsburg. She was such an inspiring person and I really admire how she fought against gender discrimination. I'm sure children could learn a lot from her accomplishments.
This series is always a joy to read, it’s a really nice introduction to well known people for little children. Of course the plot is always a little bit fast but that’s to be expected and it’s totally understandable.
This little book here is about Ruth Bader Ginsburg. She was such an inspiring person and I really admire how she fought against gender discrimination. I'm sure children could learn a lot from her accomplishments.
October 7, 2021
Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a marvellous Jewish woman who did so much good for the world. She definitely deserved her time to shine. If you're looking for a children's picture book that creates a fun and friendly environment for biographies and non-fiction, this series is for you! As always, this series is packed full of knowledge in a kid friendly way that isn't hard to read and is quite engaging. I do highly recommend this series, whether you want to just grab one or binge them all (which seems to be my goal these days).
Four out of five stars!
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.
Four out of five stars!
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.
August 13, 2021
I was REALLY impressed with this edition in the series of Little People, BIG DREAMS. I felt the author, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, and the illustrator, Judit Orosz, both produced five-star work. Children will read about Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the famous Supreme Court judge who passed away last year. Before Ruth was even a teenager, she lost both her mother and her little sister. Attempting to make good on a promise made to her mother, Ruth studied in school and achieved top grades and won scholarships. It’s good for children to see that despite disappointments, a goal and a plan saved Ruth. Regardless of capabilities, a goal and a plan give young people something to work towards.
When she struggled to find work because she was female, her attention focused on gender equality. This remained her goal, even on her way to becoming a judge in 1980. Ruth was 47 years old. Ruth didn’t allow getting married and having a family, to stand in the way of following her dreams. When most people are winding down towards retirement, Ruth was appointed to the Supreme Court when she was 60 years old. She continued in this role until her death last year.
Ruth is a much-loved icon around the world and an inspiration to any who want to raise a family and continue with their dreams. The secondary message in this book is that despite powerful disagreements in court, Ruth still remained good friends with her colleagues. Having a different opinion, yet respecting it and remaining friends, is a lesson we can all learn.
The illustrations are breath-taking! My niece kept smiling and exclaiming how wonderful they were. I noticed her spend quite a bit of time examining the illustrations prior to reading each page. At eight years old, this was a manageable book for her to read and understand. Vegara has made sure that her prose is inspiring and informative!
I will definitely pick up a copy of this book to gift to all the little girls with dreams in my sphere of influence!
Publishes September 21, 2021.
I was gifted this advance copy by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Quarto Publishing Group, and NetGalley and was under no obligation to provide a review.
When she struggled to find work because she was female, her attention focused on gender equality. This remained her goal, even on her way to becoming a judge in 1980. Ruth was 47 years old. Ruth didn’t allow getting married and having a family, to stand in the way of following her dreams. When most people are winding down towards retirement, Ruth was appointed to the Supreme Court when she was 60 years old. She continued in this role until her death last year.
Ruth is a much-loved icon around the world and an inspiration to any who want to raise a family and continue with their dreams. The secondary message in this book is that despite powerful disagreements in court, Ruth still remained good friends with her colleagues. Having a different opinion, yet respecting it and remaining friends, is a lesson we can all learn.
The illustrations are breath-taking! My niece kept smiling and exclaiming how wonderful they were. I noticed her spend quite a bit of time examining the illustrations prior to reading each page. At eight years old, this was a manageable book for her to read and understand. Vegara has made sure that her prose is inspiring and informative!
I will definitely pick up a copy of this book to gift to all the little girls with dreams in my sphere of influence!
Publishes September 21, 2021.
I was gifted this advance copy by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, Quarto Publishing Group, and NetGalley and was under no obligation to provide a review.
August 5, 2021
It often saddens me that I fail to grasp the significance of a person’s life until they have died. Ruth Ginsburg was someone I knew of in the Supreme Court of America but perhaps due to living and growing up in the U.K. I have no measure of her influence in wider terms.
This is one good reason one’s reading should be balance by historical works and biographical contributions.
For the reason this series is a champion as it brings to young readers important and often less familiar people.
With a clear narrative capturing the quality and drivers in someone’s life brilliantly re-enforced with marvellous illustrations. I just adore the artwork as a dominant colour palate is chosen which works throughout the drawings.
Ruth had so many opportunities for giving up on her dreams. She lost her Mother, her motivating force at a critical time of her life. A Mum who had been obedient to her own parent’s wishes to favour the son, requiring her to forego her own ambitions and earn a living to support her brother. So when her Mother died she re-doubled her efforts to succeed for both of them in what was still a “male dominated” profession.
Enthused by a love of the constitution and a passion for equality and a society free from discrimination.
I am always delighted to share these books from this series to encourage and inspire my grandchildren. I will continue to look out for new titles. Parents and guardians coming to these books will find a more in depth potted biography at the end of the story. Together with your little ones you can show the photos, these are real people and explore more about their lives and importance to the values we hold dear.
This is one good reason one’s reading should be balance by historical works and biographical contributions.
For the reason this series is a champion as it brings to young readers important and often less familiar people.
With a clear narrative capturing the quality and drivers in someone’s life brilliantly re-enforced with marvellous illustrations. I just adore the artwork as a dominant colour palate is chosen which works throughout the drawings.
Ruth had so many opportunities for giving up on her dreams. She lost her Mother, her motivating force at a critical time of her life. A Mum who had been obedient to her own parent’s wishes to favour the son, requiring her to forego her own ambitions and earn a living to support her brother. So when her Mother died she re-doubled her efforts to succeed for both of them in what was still a “male dominated” profession.
Enthused by a love of the constitution and a passion for equality and a society free from discrimination.
I am always delighted to share these books from this series to encourage and inspire my grandchildren. I will continue to look out for new titles. Parents and guardians coming to these books will find a more in depth potted biography at the end of the story. Together with your little ones you can show the photos, these are real people and explore more about their lives and importance to the values we hold dear.
August 6, 2021
The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
The ‘My First Little People, Big Dreams’ series provides informative and inspirational biographies about people who left a mark on this earth, no matter what difficulties they have encountered.
These stories are very short, but that’s because they’re books for children, so it’s totally understandable.
I think they are a very smart and wonderful way to introduce little children to such important figures.
This little book tells the story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who spent all her life fighting for equal rights. She truly is a legend and this little book is a great opportunity for children, and adults, to learn about her.
The ‘My First Little People, Big Dreams’ series provides informative and inspirational biographies about people who left a mark on this earth, no matter what difficulties they have encountered.
These stories are very short, but that’s because they’re books for children, so it’s totally understandable.
I think they are a very smart and wonderful way to introduce little children to such important figures.
This little book tells the story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who spent all her life fighting for equal rights. She truly is a legend and this little book is a great opportunity for children, and adults, to learn about her.
August 9, 2021
RBG was someone very much unknown to me until a few untold years ago – I probably thought the clunky initials she seemed to be fondly known as had more to do with ink colours and printing than with a Supreme Court judge and social campaigner. So although she's since passed away, I dare say this is a better lesson about the woman's life than I'd ever had before. Here is the lesson she got in Sweden, her own family and how it was awkward to bring it up while working, and the opera evenings spent alongside her greatest rivals on the bench. The artwork is for once something I can approve of, as this series really does succeed in getting it wrong more times than right, but I do think – not for the first time recently – that the books need to have a check for level of vocab, as these legal terms are not universally in the minds of the young target audience members without adult help.
September 5, 2021
I wanted to hear more - this would make a great inspirational series for child and families.
Many of us are aware of Ruth as an immortal hero of human, race, equality, women rights.
I enjoyed learning about her life growing up, meeting her husband, starting her own family.
I want to know more.
My daughter enjoyed the amazing illustrations- lots of color, great representation of the text.
Well done.
Many of us are aware of Ruth as an immortal hero of human, race, equality, women rights.
I enjoyed learning about her life growing up, meeting her husband, starting her own family.
I want to know more.
My daughter enjoyed the amazing illustrations- lots of color, great representation of the text.
Well done.
July 9, 2021
This book was received as an ARC from Quarto Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.
RBG was one of my favorite people to learn about in biographies. The history she had growing up and her passion for making a difference in this world inspired her and gave her the strength to fight some of the hard cases and plea to the supreme court to apply the 14th amendment in which gender is no determining factor in achieving dreams and accomplishing goals. Our elementary school teachers love this series and will definitely be useful for their biography project.
We will consider adding this title to our JBiography collection at our library. That is why we give this book 5 stars.
RBG was one of my favorite people to learn about in biographies. The history she had growing up and her passion for making a difference in this world inspired her and gave her the strength to fight some of the hard cases and plea to the supreme court to apply the 14th amendment in which gender is no determining factor in achieving dreams and accomplishing goals. Our elementary school teachers love this series and will definitely be useful for their biography project.
We will consider adding this title to our JBiography collection at our library. That is why we give this book 5 stars.
October 5, 2021
Gorgeous little book with beautiful drawings and an inspiring story. Truth to be told, as someone living in Belgium, I never really looked much into the life of RBG, and only really heard of her in depth after her passing - mainly through subreddits dedicated to feminism and/or witchcraft. I was glad to find this book available for review, so I would be able to learn more about her life. It's definitely worth buying, and not even just because you want to gift it to, or read it with a child. Even though it's a short story, it's a good summary to get a grasp of how RBG managed to change the world for the better, by using her wit, intelligence, and overall persona. I really enjoyed this one!
April 1, 2022
I love this series! Such fun facts to expose younger readers to biographies and perfect for older readers to enjoy as well. Cute illustrations really add to the book.
This series contains such a vast variety of biographies in art, music, sports, and important trailblazers and leaders. Can't wait to read more!
This series contains such a vast variety of biographies in art, music, sports, and important trailblazers and leaders. Can't wait to read more!
January 13, 2023
Meine Kinder werden mit diesen Buchern aufwachsen,ob sie wollen oder nicht
August 23, 2021
An excellent addition to the Little People Big Dreams series. I think some dates along the way would have been useful e.g. when she defended the voting Rights Act (although I think this series always deliberately avoids them?). As always, such a short book leaves me wanting more, so the suggested reading at the end is very welcome.
April 17, 2023
RBG was an amazing role model and inspiration to so many people. My average rating is probably due to the fact I've read so many books about her and some I've enjoyed more.
August 7, 2021
Review to be added to Amazon UK and US on 21st September 2021 - publication day!
This is another brilliant addition to this series – even as an adult I look out for the next book in the series being released!
I love the images in this series and this is a brilliant introduction to Ruth Bader Ginsburg who was so influential and someone I would love my four year old daughter to look up too. She really was an inspiration.
This series is an excellent introduction to some of the well-known, and less well-known characters that have had a great impact in our lives through a variety of subjects such as politics and social influences in this case justice and a lady who became one of the most iconic figures in US politics - she stood up for what she believed in, fought for racial and gender equality, and defended democratic values - I love the variety of people chosen in this series and Ruth more than deserves her story being shared.
It is 5 stars from me for this one – a delightful read and one I will be very highly recommending!
This is another brilliant addition to this series – even as an adult I look out for the next book in the series being released!
I love the images in this series and this is a brilliant introduction to Ruth Bader Ginsburg who was so influential and someone I would love my four year old daughter to look up too. She really was an inspiration.
This series is an excellent introduction to some of the well-known, and less well-known characters that have had a great impact in our lives through a variety of subjects such as politics and social influences in this case justice and a lady who became one of the most iconic figures in US politics - she stood up for what she believed in, fought for racial and gender equality, and defended democratic values - I love the variety of people chosen in this series and Ruth more than deserves her story being shared.
It is 5 stars from me for this one – a delightful read and one I will be very highly recommending!
August 29, 2021
WoW! Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara books must be one of the best little books to purchase for children, these are the best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
So, this latest book is about Ruth Bader Ginsburg mum taught Ruth to be a lady - which meant to be her own independent self. Ruth promised herself she would do everything her mother didn't get the chance to do. And she excelled: at university, as a law professor, and later on the supreme court fighting gender discrimination
It's one book, you should definitely buy for your little readers so they can learn about this law professor.
I am so glad these books are being published and I highly recommend all of these books
Many thanks to Quarto’s Frances Lincoln Children’s Books and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest reviewRuth Bader Ginsburg by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
So, this latest book is about Ruth Bader Ginsburg mum taught Ruth to be a lady - which meant to be her own independent self. Ruth promised herself she would do everything her mother didn't get the chance to do. And she excelled: at university, as a law professor, and later on the supreme court fighting gender discrimination
It's one book, you should definitely buy for your little readers so they can learn about this law professor.
I am so glad these books are being published and I highly recommend all of these books
Many thanks to Quarto’s Frances Lincoln Children’s Books and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest reviewRuth Bader Ginsburg by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
December 31, 2022
Thanks to NetGalley for my ARC
This is a really wonderful book. Ruther Bader Ginsburg is such an amazing an influential woman, and someone that I think all kids would benefit about learning more about. The book is written in a way that makes it engaging and appropriate for a kids level. The messages in the book are uplifting, and the story is fun and interesting. The illustrations are very good and work perfectly with the story.
I really love this series of books and have read many of them to my 3 year old. I think this book is a wonderful addition!
This is a really wonderful book. Ruther Bader Ginsburg is such an amazing an influential woman, and someone that I think all kids would benefit about learning more about. The book is written in a way that makes it engaging and appropriate for a kids level. The messages in the book are uplifting, and the story is fun and interesting. The illustrations are very good and work perfectly with the story.
I really love this series of books and have read many of them to my 3 year old. I think this book is a wonderful addition!
August 5, 2021
This is another interesting book from the Little People, Big Dreams series. In this book, I was intrigued to learn about the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who was a lawyer and politician in America who fought gender discrimination and racism in the supreme court. I enjoyed reading her story.
Many thanks to the author, publisher and Net Galley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Many thanks to the author, publisher and Net Galley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
September 7, 2023
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, originally Joan Ruth Bader, was born into a Jewish family in 1933. She lived a difficult life in New York, because when she was six, her only sister died, and right before she graduated high school, her mother died. She didn't let that stop her, however. Ruth was a very smart girl, who earned a full scholarship to Cornell University, where she also met her husband. Ruth and Martin got married in 1954 and worked hard to raise a family while they both attended law school. Unfortunately, Ruth found it hard to find a job because she was a woman with children, despite being very qualified. In 1962, she visited Sweden for research and was inspired by the gender equality she experienced while she was there. Later, in the 70s, Ruth started teaching, writing, and fighting for women's rights. In 1980, she became a judge, and 13 years later she was given a place on the Supreme Court. With her power, she was constantly working towards the rights of everyone who needed it. She was known for some of her disagreements towards certain court decisions, but those disagreements didn't stop her from having great relationships with her colleagues. She was an influential Supreme Court judge until 2020 when she passed away. Her actions and determination made her a hero and an icon around the world.
I knew of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and her influence on things, but until I read this simple children's book, I honestly didn't know too much about her or what she did. This book was very informational, and I enjoyed reading it.
I will absolutely have this book in my classroom. Ruth Bader Ginsburg is an inspiration today and will continue to be an inspiration the day I have my first students. My students need to know about people like her. The young girls in my class need to know that they can do anything and that they can make a change in the world. The young boys need to know that girls can do anything too. Times have changed, and books like these will continue to influence respect and equality in the classroom and eventually in the world.
I knew of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and her influence on things, but until I read this simple children's book, I honestly didn't know too much about her or what she did. This book was very informational, and I enjoyed reading it.
I will absolutely have this book in my classroom. Ruth Bader Ginsburg is an inspiration today and will continue to be an inspiration the day I have my first students. My students need to know about people like her. The young girls in my class need to know that they can do anything and that they can make a change in the world. The young boys need to know that girls can do anything too. Times have changed, and books like these will continue to influence respect and equality in the classroom and eventually in the world.
September 27, 2021
My thanks to Quarto Group - Francis Lincoln Children’s Books for a temporary digital edition via NetGalley of ‘Ruth Bader Ginsburg’, written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara and illustrated by Judit Orosz in exchange for an honest review.
This little picture book is No 66 in the publishers highly acclaimed ‘Little People, BIG DREAMS’ series of mini-biographies that serve to introduce young readers, aged 4-7, to the lives and works of people who have excelled in various fields. These include political figures, scientists, writers, artists, and the like via these books and educational games.
I continue to admire Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara’s skill in distilling the essence of a life - focusing upon the aspirations of early childhood and how these dreams were manifested in later life.
The late Ruth Bader Ginsburg lived a rich, long life and was dedicated to fighting gender discrimination. She eventually came to serve on the USA Supreme Court and became a much-loved public figure.
Of course, given the length of the books, these are intended as thumbnail sketches. Following the main text and a timeline with photographs there are suggestions for further reading, again appropriate for young readers.
Judit Orosz’s illustrations were sweet and quirky. For the most part she used a muted palette, stressing the quiet seriousness of her subject. Still, I loved how she shifted into brighter colours when she imagined Ruth and fellow Supreme Court judge, Antonin Scalia, attending the opera in 18th-century attire, complete with powdered wigs.
Again, this is a wonderful series and one that is certain to be of interest not only to parents but to educators and both school and public librarians.
Highly recommended.
This little picture book is No 66 in the publishers highly acclaimed ‘Little People, BIG DREAMS’ series of mini-biographies that serve to introduce young readers, aged 4-7, to the lives and works of people who have excelled in various fields. These include political figures, scientists, writers, artists, and the like via these books and educational games.
I continue to admire Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara’s skill in distilling the essence of a life - focusing upon the aspirations of early childhood and how these dreams were manifested in later life.
The late Ruth Bader Ginsburg lived a rich, long life and was dedicated to fighting gender discrimination. She eventually came to serve on the USA Supreme Court and became a much-loved public figure.
Of course, given the length of the books, these are intended as thumbnail sketches. Following the main text and a timeline with photographs there are suggestions for further reading, again appropriate for young readers.
Judit Orosz’s illustrations were sweet and quirky. For the most part she used a muted palette, stressing the quiet seriousness of her subject. Still, I loved how she shifted into brighter colours when she imagined Ruth and fellow Supreme Court judge, Antonin Scalia, attending the opera in 18th-century attire, complete with powdered wigs.
Again, this is a wonderful series and one that is certain to be of interest not only to parents but to educators and both school and public librarians.
Highly recommended.
October 4, 2024
I am reviewing these short biographies as a series, rather than individually, unless one title requires additional information or comments. There are dozens of books in this series of well-done biiographies, all written by Vegera. The titles generally focus on one individual, many still living, but some are not. Many of the featured characters are famous but some aren’t as famous as they should be, considering the impact that those people had on fields like science, technology, research, healthcare, leadership, literature, arts and culture, sports, aviation, education, human rights, world peace, animal welfare / conservation, climate change and conservation of earth, air and water. Many of the featured characters got little recognition for their work in their lifetimes. All these stories have been pared down to what information is most essential and pertinent to the topic and person. These books are targeted at children and written in language and concepts suitable for them, but also for their parents, teachers and caregivers who may read these to, or discuss them with, the children. The books are beautifully illustrated, by many different artists, so although the books are similar in size, length, and concept, they are different in artistic style – to suit the featured character and theme. I would strongly recommend these books to parents who want to have discussions with their children about issues like human rights and future career options but mostly about ensuring the children know, and do, what is right, and good to make a positive impact on society.
April 17, 2021
A Cute Introductory Biography
This biography of the late great Ruth Bader Ginsburg is a cute introduction for your burgeoning activist but falls short in trying to balance readability with education. Orosz’s illustrations are admittedly adorable, but the text can read more like a list of facts than the story of this incredible woman. As such, I found my mind wandering a bit and felt like there could have been more done in order to connect the different events of her life. Additionally, there seemed to be an odd balance in the details Sánchez Vegara chose to include in the story. For example, Sánchez Vegara brings up the 14th Amendment multiple times throughout the story—without satisfactorily explaining its significance—but doesn’t include any of RBG’s successes on disability, gay, and racial minority rights. In fact, the only time RBG’s activism outside of feminism is to highlight one of her defeats, giving off a misleading impression of the true power of her legacy in civil rights. All considered, this could be a fun read for the kiddos, but I would recommend a further conversation with them after they read it to ensure they aren’t left with any holes in their understanding of RBG.
This biography of the late great Ruth Bader Ginsburg is a cute introduction for your burgeoning activist but falls short in trying to balance readability with education. Orosz’s illustrations are admittedly adorable, but the text can read more like a list of facts than the story of this incredible woman. As such, I found my mind wandering a bit and felt like there could have been more done in order to connect the different events of her life. Additionally, there seemed to be an odd balance in the details Sánchez Vegara chose to include in the story. For example, Sánchez Vegara brings up the 14th Amendment multiple times throughout the story—without satisfactorily explaining its significance—but doesn’t include any of RBG’s successes on disability, gay, and racial minority rights. In fact, the only time RBG’s activism outside of feminism is to highlight one of her defeats, giving off a misleading impression of the true power of her legacy in civil rights. All considered, this could be a fun read for the kiddos, but I would recommend a further conversation with them after they read it to ensure they aren’t left with any holes in their understanding of RBG.
August 21, 2021
Ruth Bader Ginsburg is an amazing addition to the Little People Big Dreams series and is a very important person for children, especially girls, to learn about. This story begins when se was born, Ruth Bader Ginsburg in 1933 in NYC. Life was different for a young, Jewish girl at that time, but her mother taught Ruth that she should be her independent self. Education is stressed as the key to having choices in life, and even though it was difficult, she became a lawyer, 1 of only 8 women in her class of 550. Ruth was not always treated fairly and was not offered jobs male lawyers would. Ruth spent her life fighting for equality for all people using the constitution to support her arguments. She was the second female Supreme Court Judge in 1993, continuing her fight for equality, right up to her death in 2020. All this is included in this book in a way that interested me as an adult and my grandson who is 7. Of course, he didn't understand why some of the things happened to her, which makes my heart happy. This lady was truly amazing and definitely deserves her spot within this amazing series of biographies for children. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book upon request. The rating and opinions shared are my own.
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September 9, 2021Ruth’s mother encouraged her to be a lady at all times. Her mother wanted that to mean to have manners no matter what she did. Her mother raised her to be an independent woman. Ruth had a big dream for herself. Ruth decided that she would do everything that her mother didn’t get to do. She excelled at school. Just before she graduated from high school her mother died. Ruth Bader lived an extraordinary and fascinating life. Her career allowed her to work on her special interests.
This inspiring book has illustrations that are perfect for the biography. The book is told simply but shows what can happen when one has a big dream that becomes reality. I enjoyed learning about Ruth Bader Ginsburg as I didn’t know much about her — just that she was a Supreme Court Judge. I won’t forget what I learned from reading this beside appreciating her. 6ou don’t have to be young to enjoy this lovely book.
Disclaimer: I received an arc of this book from the author/publisher from Netgalley. I wasn’t obligated to write a favorable review or any review at all. The opinions expressed are strictly my own.
This inspiring book has illustrations that are perfect for the biography. The book is told simply but shows what can happen when one has a big dream that becomes reality. I enjoyed learning about Ruth Bader Ginsburg as I didn’t know much about her — just that she was a Supreme Court Judge. I won’t forget what I learned from reading this beside appreciating her. 6ou don’t have to be young to enjoy this lovely book.
Disclaimer: I received an arc of this book from the author/publisher from Netgalley. I wasn’t obligated to write a favorable review or any review at all. The opinions expressed are strictly my own.
October 8, 2021
Author: Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara
Illustrator: Judit Orosz
Age Recommendation: Early Primary
Art Style: Cute
Topic/ Theme: Feminism, Law, Biographic
Setting: America
Series: Little People, Big Dreams
RBG is a feminist icon. A feminist in the true meaning of the word, she believes in equality between the sexes and fought for that. This book does a good job of reflecting her life in child-friendly terms. Including some of her most important cases, the importance of her marriage to Martin and their fantastic balance and her influence on future generations of lawyers. It's cute and fun and introduces some topics that kids will need to know about at some point. For adults, it is a great introduction to an important woman in American legal circles.
Two of the prominent illustration are for 1975s Weinberger v. Wiesenfeld, the man holding the baby (at least I'm 80% sure it is). The other 1996s United States v. Virginia, the military case. I adore the illustration of Antonin Scalia and RBG at the opera not only did they go to the opera they were guest performers in more than performance. But there is just something truly appealing but seeing them in that stage costume. I know from reading Notorious RRG fairly recently that at least some of these illustrations are replications of photos. Overall the illustrations just so I don't know soft maybe. They show age progression shows RBG ageing with grace as she did in life. I adore the end pages too with their focus on the lace collars that RBG was so famed for.
March 6, 2022
'Ruth Bader Ginsburg' by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara with illustrations by Judit Orosz is volume 66 in the Little People, Big Dreams series for young readers.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg is an iconic role model and this book tells her story from when she was little to her rise to the Supreme Court. Her mother taught her to be independent and she excelled as a student and a law professor, but it is her role as a Supreme Court justice that she will be most remembered for.
I like the illustration style and this series. As always, included at the back is a series of facts and real pictures that are always just as interesting as the people featured in this series.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books, and NetGalley. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg is an iconic role model and this book tells her story from when she was little to her rise to the Supreme Court. Her mother taught her to be independent and she excelled as a student and a law professor, but it is her role as a Supreme Court justice that she will be most remembered for.
I like the illustration style and this series. As always, included at the back is a series of facts and real pictures that are always just as interesting as the people featured in this series.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books, and NetGalley. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
August 3, 2021
This book is part of a series of books for children focusing on famous people. It shares moments from RBG's life: the passing away of her mother, getting an education, having a family, law school and going to court. Many of these areas can lead to discussions. This shows RBP taking on cases fighting for equality in education and rights to vote. The illustrations are colorful and will appeal to children. I think students in my elementary school will enjoy reading Ruth Bader Ginsburg or having it read to them. Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group-Frances Lincoln Children's Books for a temporary ARC in exchange for an honest review.
August 11, 2021
I truly loved this entry in the long running series. Ruth’s story is told simply and well. Readers get a fine sense of what motivated Ruth and all that she accomplished, despite much overt sexism. They also learn that she was a broadminded fighter for everyone’s rights. Unlike some, readers learn that she could get along with those who disagreed with her. Watch for the short part in the story about her and Antonin Scalia.
Throughout the illustrations are quietly appealing. I loved the attention paid to Ruth’s glassses.
I highly recommend this title.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.
Throughout the illustrations are quietly appealing. I loved the attention paid to Ruth’s glassses.
I highly recommend this title.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.
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