The Little Girl with the Big Voice

by Wé McDonald

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Pub Date Apr 24 2018 | Archive Date May 03 2018

Lightswitch Learning

Children's Fiction | Multicultural Interest

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Description

Written in McDonald (of NBC’s The Voice)’s own words, The Little Girl with the Big Voice is a powerful story about a girl who courageously embraces her uniqueness and discovers her true voice — overcoming personal struggles and great challenges. She does so by working hard to fulfill her dreams, and expanding her own understanding of herself and the world around her.

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About the Author:

Wé McDonald is a 19-year-old singer/ songwriter, dancer, actress, and author. She was born in Harlem, New York, and raised in Patterson, New Jersey. McDonald was a finalist on Season 11 of NBC’s The Voice, joining coach Alicia Keys’ team. Since her television debut, Wé McDonald has performed alongside Stevie Wonder, Gloria Estefan, Tony Bennett, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Josh Brogan, Cee Lo Green, Estelle John Lenten and many more. During her childhood, she was bullied at school, which brought forth the inspiration for her debut children’s book, The Little Girl with the Big Voice. McDonald hopes to be an inspiration to children, letting them know that, when you are bullied, it is not your fault. She currently resides with her parents, sisters and brother.

About the Author:

Wé McDonald is a 19-year-old singer/ songwriter, dancer, actress, and author. She was born in Harlem, New York, and raised in Patterson, New Jersey. McDonald was a finalist on Season...

Available Editions

EDITION	Paperback
ISBN	9781682655856
PRICE	$17.99 (USD)

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Ali F, Reviewer

This is an awesome book that needs to be in classrooms, home school groups, youth groups, scout groups, and home libraries. I really like the discussion questions and activities too. What a great reminder of the impact of bullying. This book can build empathy and I give it 5 stars and highly recommend to every family with school age children.

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Ryan A. F, Librarian

I really enjoyed this fictionalized telling of a true story. I don’t watch The Voice so I had no idea who We McDonald is. I like the story of finding your voice, living through bullying, and growing confidence that you can be who you want to be and do what you want to do. Plus the illustrations and color work in this book are amazing!!! A joy to read all around.

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Angela A, Librarian

We' sends a great message about working hard and overcoming the bullying that she endured. Her performance on The Voice was out of this world.

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Krystal Kavita J, Media/Journalist

This inspiring narrative of a young Black woman who triumphs over bullying by using her voice in more ways than one is a rare joy to behold, and its vibrant images bring the story to life even more!

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Moriah C, Reviewer

I read this book (via Netgalley) and loved it! I didn't realize until I looked at the Amazon listing that the book is based on Wé's true story.
Wé talks about her anxieties and bullying experiences growing up and how she reacted to them. Wé vulnerably told how she tried to make herself feel better by bullying others and how that only made her feel worse.
It was awesome to see Wé overcome her anxiety to go onto competing on the Voice!

There are even discussion questions and activities in the back of the book! I highly recommend "The Little Girl with the Big Voice" for classrooms, families, and anyone in need of some encouragement.