by Sonia Manzano (Author)
Sonia Manzano, Sesame Street's beloved character Maria, brings warmth and wit to this timely picture book that looks across cultures and generations to celebrate what unites us, wherever we come from. Manzano's lyrical prose combined with stunning photography of people from dozens of countries around the world explores how all of our lives are enriched by our geographic and cultural diversity.
Kids see how people around the world look, dress, and spend their day, and learn that what we enjoy and value friends, family, food, play may sometimes look different, but deep down is the same wherever you go.
This lovely picture book from a first-generation American affirms our common humanity as it presents the glorious similarities and differences that connect us all. It's a charming book to share with friends and family and to read aloud with little ones. It has an inspiring message: With laugher and love, we can help bring a world together.
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PreS-Gr 2--Vivid photographs and prose explore how children around the world are wondrous in their differences and similarities. No matter where kids live, what they eat, or how they dance, play, create, or speak, the emotions they experience are universal. Manzano, who played Maria on Sesame Street, emphasizes that sharing stories allows children to form fruitful connections with their peers. The text and photos work well together; they depict the world's delightful nuances. Back matter consists of all the photos in the book in thumbnail form, their sources, and worldwide locations. Manzano reflects on her own family, including family photographs, and how she learned to appreciate the preciousness of life. VERDICT A refreshing and joyous picture book that showcases the universality of the human experience.--Nancy Call, formerly at Santa Cruz P.L., Aptos, CA
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