The Barefoot Books Children of the World
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The Barefoot Books Children of the World by Tessa Strickland
Innovative and inclusive, Children of the World empowers young readers to learn about children around the globe and ponder their own place in it. Created with the guidance of diversity specialists, this groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction addresses the need for childrens books that depict diversity, while simultaneously demonstrating the i
"[Children of the World] takes its readers on a visual trek across the globe, where they discover that — despite our different clothes and homes and languages — we are more alike than different" — Caryl Stern, President & CEO, US. Fund for UNICEF
"Definitely add this to the mix to create interested world citizens" — Kirkus Reviews
★ "A lyrical exploration of humankind that strikes a lovely balance between celebrating individuality while recognizing the rewards of community" — Publishers Weekly, starred review
"A wonderful resource for igniting a spirit of wonder, appreciation, and belonging in children representing a beautiful variety of geographic places, cultures, and experiences" – Daydreamers Press
"[A] truly groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction...No elementary school or community library should be without a copy" – Midwest Book Review
"A book to dip into time and time again; a treasure trove of discussion topics, but also an aesthetic delight" – BookTrust
"Strickland and DePalma 'invite all young readers to explore the world and discover their place within it,' and I believe this book is an excellent starting point for that" – The School Librarian
"An ambitious book that succeeds in capturing all manner of diversity of the human species" – Booklist Review
"Definitely add this to the mix to create interested world citizens" — Kirkus Reviews
★ "A lyrical exploration of humankind that strikes a lovely balance between celebrating individuality while recognizing the rewards of community" — Publishers Weekly, starred review
"A wonderful resource for igniting a spirit of wonder, appreciation, and belonging in children representing a beautiful variety of geographic places, cultures, and experiences" – Daydreamers Press
"[A] truly groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction...No elementary school or community library should be without a copy" – Midwest Book Review
"A book to dip into time and time again; a treasure trove of discussion topics, but also an aesthetic delight" – BookTrust
"Strickland and DePalma 'invite all young readers to explore the world and discover their place within it,' and I believe this book is an excellent starting point for that" – The School Librarian
"An ambitious book that succeeds in capturing all manner of diversity of the human species" – Booklist Review
Award-winning author Tessa Strickland has written many of Barefoot’s best-selling titles. David Dean is a full-time illustrator who fulfills his mission of travelling the world from the comfort of his studio. Known for his exotic and colourful artwork, David paints in a room surrounded by books about different cultures.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781782853329 |
| ISBN 10 | 1782853324 |
| Title | The Barefoot Books Children of the World |
| Author | Tessa Strickland |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Barefoot Books Ltd |
| Year published | 2019-01-31 |
| Number of pages | 64 |
| Prizes | Winner of Gold Medal, Moonbeam Awards 2016 (United States), Winner of Brain Child Award, Tillywig Toy & Media Awards 2016 (United States), Winner of Children’s Nonfiction Picture Book 2017 (United States), Winner of Silver Award for Juvenile Nonfiction, Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award (United States). |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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