FICTION

What Does It Mean To Be an Entrepreneur?

by Emma D. Dryden
DIORIO, Rana & . What Does It Mean To Be an Entrepreneur? illus. by Ken Min. 32p. (What Does It Mean To Be…?) Little Pickle. 2016. Tr $17.95. ISBN 9781939775122.
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K-Gr 2—The sixth title in this series, this book aims to foster a positive entrepreneurial spirit in young readers. It offers a fun approach to a difficult concept, beginning with an explanation about what an entrepreneur should not be about (money, elitism) and moving forward to exploring more inspiring motives (problem-solving, curiosity, the desire to help others). Featuring diverse characters, the illustrations provide most of the story line, with a young girl named Rae looking for an inventive solution for dog washing. Young readers will delight in the wacky ideas (a dog-washing robot) and will feel a sense of accomplishment and wonder with Rae's success in the final spread. The text does employ important but challenging vocabulary words, such as entrepreneur, initiative, and innovative.
VERDICT While children may not select this title on their own, it would be a useful addition to collections to inspire creativity.
Reviewed by Jane Hebert, Glenside Public Library District, Glendale Heights, IL , Apr 01, 2016

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