With her quick thinking Liza Lou manages to outwit all the haunts, gobblygooks, witches, and devils in the Yeller Belly Swamp.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
My elementary school teacher read this book to the class 30 years ago. My brother and I absolutely loved it! As little black kids, there weren't too many children's books with the protagonist being a person of color. I know it doesn't matter that much now, but back then a book like this caused much excitement. ALL little kids should experience this story of Supergirl Liza Lou. They will never forget it, and one day, let's say 30 years from now, they'll look it up and get excited all over again.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This "oldie but goodie" shows how a brave and clever little girl outwits some pretty scary bad guys who inhabit the Yeller Belly Swamp. It's great fun to read with children and help them find the similarities to Red Ridinghood, Three Billy-Goats Gruff and the Uncle Remus stories. I'm glad it's still in print!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is my favorite childrens' book because it is about a teeny little Black girl living in a swamp who meets all kinds of weird and scary creatures and outwits them all! Every day she starts out with different a request from her momma, never doubts herself, takes off, meets obstacles, and ends up fulfilling her momma's request. The illustrations are wonderful! This story is about goal-setting, fearlessness, staying focused, using your brains instead of brawn and enjoying the fruits of victory. WHAT MORE COULD YOU ASK?!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
searched for this book forever
I remember reading it as a little girl but couldn't remember the title, just the premise and the illustrations. I was thrilled to find it on here and share it with my daughter. Read more
Published 1 month ago by rae82
5.0 out of 5 stars
Childhood favorite!
I remember reading this book s a little girl at my grandmother's. It was wonderful! I'm so glad I was able to get another copy.
Published 2 months ago by Neely J. Ross
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book, works on multiple levels
As a child, I loved this story of Liza Lou, the master of reverse psychology, as she cons various monsters into doing her chores for her instead of eating her alive. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Matt Saunders
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Book Ever
Listening to my husband mimic an Arkansas accent is the highlight of this book. Aside from that, it is full or rich detail, and lovely characters.
Published 3 months ago by Sarah O
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful book
I enjoyed reading this book to my daughters. It portrays a brave, smart girl that outwits every mean creature in the swamp. Read more
Published 4 months ago by nemepoznavash
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of my childhood favorites
I was tasked with bringing some of my favorite children's books to a recent baby shower and I had to order this and share it with the new baby. Read more
Published 5 months ago by bb red
5.0 out of 5 stars
THE cutiest book!
My 6 children grew up reading this book~ and now my grandchildren are enjoying it! Love the art work, as well as the cute story!
Published 12 months ago by T. HIGGINS
5.0 out of 5 stars
My daughter's favorite
My 7 yr old daughter just LOVES this book. It must be read with an accent from the bayou for full effect. :-)
Published 14 months ago by Stacie
1.0 out of 5 stars
Defective copy
This book was supposed to replace the worn copy that our four children and now our ten grandchildren loved. Read more
Published 20 months ago by D. McMonigle
5.0 out of 5 stars
My favorite childhood book!
My mom used to read this book to me and do all the characters voices! It is a great book with an even greater lesson learned! Read more
Published on April 12, 2011 by J. Johnson
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