Written by Various Authors, Edited by Aida Salazar & Yamile Saied Méndez
This was an interesting book. I liked the concept, and it is definitely book that could be useful to young girls who are going through their period and don’t have anyone to talk to. I like that it included different stories from different cultures. It was interesting to see the different ways people see periods. When I first read it, I was a little confused, but I ended up enjoying it. They were cute, quick stories. Each one is written by a different author, with different styles of writing, verse along with prose. Overall good book, but definitely a book for older students who know what periods are, so they aren’t surprised. There are anatomy words that may not be appropriate for lower grades.
Reviewed by Tasha Langford, Teacher, Harry S. Truman Elementary
Review shared in July 2023
Rating: ★★★★✩ (4 stars)
Interest Level: Grades 5-10
Calling the Moon: 16 Period Stories from BIPOC Authors
Written by Various Authors, Edited by Aida Salazar & Yamile Saied Méndez
Candlewick Press
352 pages
Release Date: March 28, 2023
ISBN: 9781536216349
A review copy was provided by the publisher.
