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Available
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DDC/MDS
| 810.8 |
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Publisher Unknown
Description
A compilation of inspirational stories, songs and poems that celebrate individuality and challenge stereotypes.
Media reviews
If you were to distill the messages that every kid needs to hear to grow up to be a confident, loving individual who does what's right even when society sneers, if you were to turn them into great songs, funny poems, without a hint of preachiness or condescension, it would be this book and CD.
User reviews
LibraryThing member jessiejluna
This album is one that I had as a kid and was given to my son as well. It is a collection of songs, poems, stories and skits narrated or sang by famous personalities like Mel Brooks, Diana Ross, Alan Alda and others. Its theme emphasizes gender equality and the importance of not judging by
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appearance, being who you are no matter what that might be. Although a product of the 70's and women's rights, the message is still relevant and I believe this album still holds weight today. The songs are fantastic. Some of the skits are boring. A lot of the poetry is by Shel Silverstein. Overall a really good CD to have in a young kid's collection. Show Less
LibraryThing member FMRox
Not only did I love this book as a child. I had the record(yes record!) that went with it that I listen to and sing and dance. Definitely a book of the 70's.
LibraryThing member aswideman
Free to Be is a great book to read to give students inspiration. Children can learn from this book that they are free to be whatever they want to be. They are free to be themselves.
LibraryThing member woolgathering
An older, cooler cousin gave me this book for Christmas when I was about 10 years old. It probably saved my life. I still think about it with fondness and gratitude.