Rocket Says Speak Up! (Rocket Says ... #3)

K-Gr 3--Enthusiastic Rocket is back in a third book, this time about standing up for what she believes in. When her local library has to close because of a lack of funding, Rocket starts to speak up about how important libraries are. She takes inspiration from the actions of Rosa Parks to organize a peaceful protest to keep the library open. At first nothing seems to happen, but then letters and even a visit from the mayor show Rocket that her efforts paid off. Adeola's bright illustrations capture the energy and dynamism of Rocket and her passion. Rocket and her brother Jamal are the same age as they were in the two previous books (Rocket Says Look Up! and Rocket Says Clean Up!). While not all of the things we fight for will have such quick resolutions as they do for Rocket, the story will keep young readers reaching for the stars, or, in this case, fighting for a better world. VERDICT Sure to inspire young readers to speak up for the causes they believe in.--Heidi Dechief