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RAISE YOUR HAND

Alice Paul Tapper

Alice comes up with a way to boost girls' confidence in school. (Ages 4 to 8)

Ages 5+Source checked

Why this age? Best suited to early elementary readers; the social-emotional themes are accessible, and there is no significant violence, fear, sexuality, substance use, or disturbing material. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age5+

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Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Good role models4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5

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What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Encourages the courage to speak up in a classroom setting.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Shows the protagonist creatively solving her problem by starting a 'Raise Your Hand' campaign.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse cast of classmates in the school setting.

Educational value3/5
Why this rating?

Teaches social skills regarding participation and leadership.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Promotes encouraging classmates, inclusion, cooperation, and respectful treatment of others.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Promotes confidence, self-advocacy, and empowering others to participate.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist acts as a positive leader for her peers.

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  2. Which choice in RAISE YOUR HAND would you have made differently, and why?
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