Realistic Text Book Blog #2

Title: Clara and Davie

Author and Illustrator: Patricia Polacco

Publisher: Scholastic Press

Publication Date: 2014

ISBN Number: 978-0545354776

Amanda’s Rating: 4/5

Brief Summary:  Clara and Davie is the true story of a young Clara Barton, the founder of the American Red Cross.  Growing up, Clara had a speech impediment but her super close relationship with her brother Davie helped her to thrive at what her true passion: caring for others.  As different family members and friends got hurt, Clara was the first to help take care of them.

Evaluation Statement: This story is very inspirational to all who read it.  A person can overcome obstacles to excel at what they love to do.  As a nursing student, I found the story of a young Clara Barton, who later became a nurse, very interesting.  For children who have difficult obstacles to overcome, they can read this story and realize that it is possible to do what you love to do.  The amount of words on the pages would require a parent or teacher to help, unless the child is more fluent in reading.  Overall, it is a wonderful story for children.