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Sunday, February 12, 2012

Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady of the World


Book Title: Eleanor Roosevelt, First Lady of the World

Author(s): Ryan Jacobson

Illustrator/Photographer/Artist: Gordon Purcell and Barbara Schulz

Publisher: Capstone Press

Copyright Date: 2006

Genre: Graphic novel, biography

Brief Annotation: The first part of this biographical graphic novel tells of how Eleanor meets and marries Franklin Roosevelt. The next section goes on to discuss the ways in which Eleanor made a difference as first lady by getting involved with and heading many organizations like the Navy Red Cross and many women’s groups. Eleanor brought causes like racial equality to the forefront of the nation’s mind, and continued to be passionate about organizations like the UN. Her work on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is one of her many legacies.

Your Rating (1-5) and why: (3.5) While I don’t personally enjoy the graphic novel format, I can appreciate how it might appeal to those who read and learn differently than I do. The topic of a first lady as a star/heroine is especially great. This book really demonstrates her strengths as a leader in many areas.

Readers who will like this book: Students who will like this book are kids who may have trouble with traditional format books. The pictures are great clues for reading.

Question to ask about this book before a read aloud:  Based on this cover, what does it look like Eleanor Roosevelt does? What type of woman is she? What does she like to do?
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