When Grandma Burnt Her Bra
Samantha Tidy author Aśka illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Exisle Publishing
Published:12th Sep '23
Should be back in stock very soon
In When Grandma Burnt Her Bra, author Samantha Tidy and illustrator Aśka depict the world as seen by a child whose own grandma, a loud and proud feminist, was part of the revolution that now benefits us all.
Readers of all types will enjoy this humorous story that plays on how children hear stories and reproduce them in their minds. The narrative uses dinosaurs slowly invading the backyard (and the story itself) to convey the shift across time in the fight for women’s equality and rights — taking the story all the way back to a time when people lived in caves and stone-age attitudes dominated. This unashamedly feminist text uses humour, history, the childhood perception of age, underwear and the unexpected appearance of dinosaurs to broach a tricky subject without casting blame. The book communicates that across history, both men and women (as depicted in the illustrations) have broken down barriers that women should no longer need to face. It conveys carefully and quirkily the complex message that things were not always equal — and that they are not yet equal –—but the continued fight for equality lies with each new generation. The call to action is to carry the flame forward.W
“One of the most significant books I’ve reviewed. A must-have as the starting point for any study of history focusing on the importance and impact of women" - The Bottom Shelf - Award-winning teacher librarian Barbara Braxton
"Grandma’s recollections have been brought to life through vibrant illustrations that capture the imagination and will engage young readers. It encourages reflection and would be sure to spark important conversations about gender equality and social justice within the 4-7 years classroom."
- Autumn 2024: The English Association/The English 4-11 UK
“mixes humour with history and is a great way to introduce your child to the idea of equality and women’s rights” The
-Strawberry Fountain
“Big cheers for When Grandma Burnt Her Bra. A perfect book to encourage young girls to stand strong.”
-Kids’ Book Review
‘The message carried in this book is the onward fight for gender equality’
-StoryLinks
“Big cheers for When Grandma Burnt Her Bra. A perfect book to encourage young girls to stand strong.”
– Dr Belle Alderman AM, Director of National Centre of Australian Children’s Literature Inc. National Centre for Australian Children’s Literature
“This is a simple, powerful story with many themes – environment, community, friendship”
-Sunday Telegraph
ISBN: 9781922539465
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
32 pages