By Kate T. Parker
Workman, 2018
The children's publishing industry is responding to recent societal changes with a much-needed shift towards diversity—racial, religious, ethnic, physical, and gender. This book reflects that change.
Strong is the New Pretty is a tween book that celebrates the power of girls from ages 7-14. The book combines activity, writing, and drawing prompts with photos, quotes, and challenges. The pages are colorfully decorated and invite doodling and note-taking. The blue elastic cord is attached with grommets and keeps the book from flapping open, and a colorful orange ribbon is sewn into the binding to mark the reader's page. Strong is the New Pretty is for princesses, athletes, bookworms, and dreamers.
If you're looking for a holiday gift for a young girl, Strong is the New Pretty is inspirational and a perfect gift for a strong young girl in your life. If you can purchase it from an independent bookstore, so much the better.
Though I usually review library books, this is definitely not a library book. It is intended to be a celebration of one special girl, and used until it's frayed and tattered.
My copy of Strong is the New Pretty was provided by the publisher.
