Get Up, Stand Up (Bob Marley #3)
by Bob Marley (Author) John Jay Cabuay (Illustrator)
The third picture book adaptation of one of Bob Marley's beloved songs that has a timely message for children: To counter injustice, lift others up with kindness and courage. A heartfelt and meaningful book that brings Bob Marley's music to life in a new way.
As a young girl goes on with her day in school, she comes across several instances of teasing and intimidation. But with loving action and some help from her friends, she's able to make things right for herself and others. This cute children's book includes the impactful lyrics of Bob Marley's song 'Get Up, Stand Up' that has inspired millions of listeners around the world with messages of peace, love, and truth.
Written by Cedella Marley, Bob Marley's daughter, who has dedicated herself to keeping her father's message and memory alive. With exuberant pictures by John Jay Cabuay accompanying Marley's iconic lyrics, Get Up, Stand Up is a vibrant testament to the power we all have to make a difference. Fans of Every Little Thing and One Love will also love the lyrical rhythm and the powerful message of love, peace, and harmony presented in Get Up, Stand Up. Great family and classroom read-aloud book. Appeals to readers of all ages with the light-hearted tone and cheerful illustrations.
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Publishers Weekly
Carrying on her father's legacy of banding people together in solidarity, Cedella Marley adds to her collection of picture book adaptations of the singer-songewriter's beloved work with this new installment. Here, she stays close to the original song's message as she encourages children to take ownership of their convictions and stand up for themselves and others. Cabuay supports the lyrics with the kinetic flair of a music video in boldly colored, textural pencil and digital illustrations that convey the vitality and imperative force behind Bob Marley's message. Scenes, for example on a schoolyard, in which children are bullied or isolated are transformed, over page turns, into situations in which their peers earnestly step up to defend and include them ("Stand up for your rights"). An energetic readaloud that promises to pump up young dissenters and peacemakers. Ages 3-5. (Sept.)
Copyright 2019 Publishers Weekly, LLC Used with permission.School Library Journal
K-Gr 2--In this anti-bullying story, a group of kids overcome their problems by working together and supporting each other. Much like Marley's other children's book adaptations, nearly all the lyrics of Bob Marley's original song have been changed to make them more relatable to children. Though the message of standing up for your rights still rings true, the correlation between the words and the pictures doesn't seem as smooth. The new lyrics ("They don't speak the truth and only want their greedy wish") accompany a picture of two kids bullying a girl for wearing cat ears, which doesn't necessarily describe this very real scenario. In another instance, four kids "only thinking for what they care" are dancing while other kids look on in confusion. These kids later get to dance as well, but it's unclear what happened and how the conflict was resolved. Artwork overall is colorful and bright, which makes the story easy to follow. The variety of ethnicities depicted reflects the universal nature of the original song. VERDICT An addition to a now crowded field of anti-bullying picture books.--Peter Blenski, Hartland Public Library, WI
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JUV039220 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Values & Virtues
JUV057000 - Juvenile Fiction | Stories in Verse (see also Poetry)
JUV031040 - Juvenile Fiction | Performing Arts | Music
JUV039230 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Bullying
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