{"title":"The Global Fund for Children","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"global-baby-bedtimes","title":"Global Baby Bedtimes","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShhhhhhhh... the babies are sleeping.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies all around the world cuddle, snuggle, and drift off to sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Panama to Peru, Argentina to Vietnam, and many stops in between, babies everywhere have their own bedtimes. The locations may be different—on the floor, in a cradle, on mama’s back—but the outcome is the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fifth book in the best-selling Global Babies series features a diverse photo collection of adorable sleeping babies around the world. Each colorful photo gives a glimpse into that baby’s culture, introducing babies and toddlers to their (sleepy) global neighbors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-babies\" title=\"Global Babies\"\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-baby-boys\" title=\"Global Baby Boys\"\u003eGlobal Baby Boys\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-baby-girls\" title=\"Global Baby Girls\"\u003eGlobal Baby Girls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-babies-bebes-del-mundo\" title=\"Global Babies\/Bebes del mundo\"\u003eGlobal Babies\/Bebes del mundo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/american-babies\" title=\"American Babies\"\u003eAmerican Babies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-bedtimes-spread.jpg?16704824800603461042\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" class=\"cvr-border-gray\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the Chief Executive Officer and President of the Society for Science and the Public as well as Publisher of its award-winning magazine, \u003ci\u003eScience News\u003c\/i\u003e. She is also the founder of The Global Fund for Children, one of the largest networks of grassroots organizations working on behalf of vulnerable children. Maya is the author of \u003ci\u003eGlobal Baby Boys\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eGlobal Baby Bedtimes\u003c\/i\u003e and the co-author of more than fifteen books, including \u003ci\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFaith\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eMusic Everywhere!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya Ajmera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCBC Choices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarnegie Library of Pittsburgh Best Books for Babies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/star-fade.gif?18127980511287865543\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe universality of the most basic human need—sleep—is touchingly illustrated with ahh-inspiring photos. Each page shows a sleeping infant embraced protectively by a loving parent, nestled in a crib, or held close in a fabric carrier. The country of origin is noted in text curved around each sleeping child's head. Love and care are constant across cultures. The photo from Guatemala, of a little girl asleep amid bananas in a market, mildly hints at the poverty of the region, but even in this instance the baby looks clean, content, and cared for. Several of the children are dressed in colorful, culturally specific clothing—the Chinese baby wears a Mongolian-style hat, blue batik wraps the baby from Panama, and the infant from the Ivory Coast is wrapped in orange, red, and black fabric. Still, the differences are subtle. In reality, these babies could be seen in any American city. Readers are left with the impression that all these babies are part of one human family, although, appropriately, this is never stated directly. The one simple sentence of text starts out, \"Babies everywhere \/ go to sleep,\" and ends with the worldwide wish, \"Sweet dreams!\" Sweet, tender, and positive; perfect for sharing with the newest world citizens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs any parent can attest, infants are fascinated by certain kinds of objects and patterns—but nothing holds their gaze as much as the human face. In a series of lovingly photographed images, babies from around the world are shown, napping, yawning, and deeply slumbering. Sing a soft lullaby while turning these pages to encourage sweet dreams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fifth board book in the irresistible Global Babies series features exceptionally clear, colorful photos of infants who are yawning, nodding off, or sound asleep. A single line of text threads its way through the book, drawing the pictures together and providing a sense of continuity. For curious adults and older children, the baby’s country is identified on each page. Occasionally a parent, caregiver, or sibling appears in the frame, but the baby is always at the center of things and often the face is shown in close-up. Captivating and soporific, this is a fine bedtime book for little ones and their sleep-deprived parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-bedtimes-new-cvr.jpg?v=1617731514\" alt=\"Global Baby Bedtimes book cover\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"product-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-bedtimes-new-cvr-hires.jpg.zip?v=1617731513\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBoard Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-708-2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 0-3\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 16\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Board Book","offer_id":1195278089,"sku":"97082","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/global-baby-bedtimes-new-cvr.jpg?v=1617731844"},{"product_id":"global-baby-boys","title":"Global Baby Boys","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdorable babies around the world.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuys, these baby boys from around the world are cray cray adorbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor years Global Fund for Children has been bringing young readers ages 0-10 board books and picture books that highlight the differences and the similarities of children everywhere— children who make the world a beautiful place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGlobal Baby Boys\u003c\/em\u003e, a companion to the best-selling \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eGlobal Baby Girls\u003c\/em\u003e, introduces babies and their grown-ups to the cuteness of little boys from Kyrgyzstan to Uruguay to the USA, showing that baby boys are kind, curious, smart, fun, and they can grow up to do anything!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA perfect baby shower gift or first book for the toddler in your life, babies love to look at babies and this bright collection of photos is just the ticket to an around-the-world journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Baby Girls\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-baby-girls\"\u003eGlobal Baby Girls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Babies\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-babies\"\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"American Babies\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/american-babies\"\u003eAmerican Babies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Baby Bedtimes\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-baby-bedtimes\"\u003eGlobal Baby Bedtimes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[TABS]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-boys-spread.jpg?3887123538327756132\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\u003cscript src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-shape=\"round\" defer async=\"\" type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera serves as the President and CEO of Society for Science \u0026amp; the Public (SSP) and Publisher of its award-winning magazine\u003ci\u003e Science News \u003c\/i\u003eand its family of media properties.She is the founder of \u003ca title=\"The Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eThe Global Fund for Children\u003c\/a\u003e, a nonprofit organization that supports innovative community-based organizations serving the most vulnerable children and youth. Part of the proceeds from the sales of this book will be donated to \u003ca title=\"The Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eThe Global Fund for Children\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya Ajmera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarnegie Library of Pittsburgh Best Books for Babies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis inviting board book features close-up photos of babies and toddlers from countries around the world. Spaced out through the pages, the upbeat text reads, “Around the world, \/ baby boys are kind, \/ curious, \/ smart, \/ and fun. \/ Baby boys \/ can grow up \/ to do anything!” The format will look familiar to fans of Ajmera’s \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e (2007) and \u003cem\u003eAmerican Babies\u003c\/em\u003e (2010), previous board books sponsored by the Global Fund for Children. The excellent color photos here will captivate young children who love looking at faces and watching other kids in action. An engaging addition to board-book collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing 2013's \u003cem\u003eGlobal Baby Girls\u003c\/em\u003e, this board book pairs photographs of very young boys from more than a dozen countries with a concise, direct message. \"Around the world, baby boys are kind, curious, smart, and fun,\" writes Ajmera, founder of the nonprofit Global Fund for Children. \"Baby boys can grow up to do anything!\" The photographs are labeled with the nations the boys hail from--a Belgian child examines the moss and leaves covering a fallen tree, while a boy from Vietnam embraces a dog that's as tall as he is--but it's a sense of commonality, not difference, that shines through on every page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies love nothing more than looking at the faces of their peers. These cuties from around the world are not modeling clothing. They are supporting a sweet, empowering text that states these universal truths: \"Boys are kind, curious, smart, and fun. Baby boys can grow up to do anything!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the natural follow-up to \u003cem\u003eGlobal Baby Girls\u003c\/em\u003e (2013), youngsters can meet the sons of such nations as Australia, Canada, Guatemala, France, Mexico, Taiwan, Tobago, the United States and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn vivid close-up photos and full-body shots, most boys sport modern dress, though a few wear traditional garb. The simple, encouraging text follows the formula established by earlier Global Baby books, asserting that \"Around the world,\" baby and toddler boys share universal attributes. Each eye-catching photo is labeled to indicate where the child or children are from. Many are bordered by bright colors to allow the bright yellow type to pop. In some subtle messaging, the boys are described as \"kind\" on a double-page spread that captures two babies hugging on the verso and a toddler nuzzling a dog almost the same height as he is on the recto. While the ethnic representation here is quite diverse, the lack of representation of babies from any African countries is surprising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOh boy, oh boy! These bright-eyed tykes are sure to draw any baby in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-boys-cvr.jpg?565756338123504520\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-boys-hires.zip?565756338123504520\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-440-1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 0-3\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 16\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[\/TABS]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Board Book","offer_id":2747505217,"sku":"94401","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/global-baby-boys-cover.jpg?v=1586795380"},{"product_id":"american-babies","title":"American Babies","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca title=\"The Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eGlobal Fund For Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCelebrate diversity from sea to shining sea.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeventeen adorable photographs of babies from across the United States showcase the diversity of our country and the universal joy of play and discovery. 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Each book depicts positive images of children, promotes multiculturalism, and integrates the children's perspective into the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Book Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/star-fade.gif?18127980511287865543\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA companion volume to Global Babies, which appeared on the 2008 Notable Children's Book's List, this appealing board book offers 17 close-up photos of babies. Like the previous volume, this has a brief text, really a single sentence divided into phrases: \"All across this land, \/ from sea to shining sea \/ curious babies \/ explore their world, \/ laughing and playing, \/ spreading joy, sharing hope, \/ surrounded by love.\" From the Hawaiian child on the cover to the African-American girl on the last page, all the babies pictured are beyond early infancy. Their expressive faces and emotions are as varied as their family backgrounds, surroundings, and activities. One baby plays with his feet, another laughs at falling leaves, while another attempts to bite into an apple. The pleasing layout places each colorful, full-page photo opposite a page with a slightly smaller photo and large-type text on its bright, solid-color border. It's well-known that young children like to look at faces and at other children, but adults will find these fine photos equally captivating. That's a strong recommendation for a board book, which must stand up to multiple readings. From its inviting cover to the hug implied at the end, here's a beautiful book to share with babies and toddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis companion to \u003ci\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/i\u003e contains 17 full-color photographs of babies from diverse ethnic backgrounds, while a single sentence offers an exuberant, running sentiment. \"All across this land, from sea to shining sea, curious babies explore their world, laughing and playing, spreading joy, sharing hope, surrounded by love.\" Some images are framed with bright borders, while other photos are full-bleed. Partial proceeds from sales go to Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBookDragon \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's another adorable chunky book for the youngest chubby little hands to hold … and drool and toothlessly grin over. The parents will have their heartstrings pulled a few times, too …\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilled with the many multi-culti, ethnically diverse faces of American babydom – from a mini farmer amidst golden fields, to an already voracious reader ready to \"explore their world,\" to a baseball lover crawling to the next game while \"laughing and playing,\" to an unsure pigtailed wonder \"sharing hope\" snuggled in a loved one's arms – just about every baby will find a friend or two amidst all the hard-to-resist babies all securely \"surrounded by love.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith partial proceeds benefitting The Global Fund for Children's \"innovative community-based organizations that serve the worlds' most vulnerable children and youth,\" this give-back little number is a lovable introduction to the boundless wonder of books …!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoc Kirby at WTBF-AM\/FM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAmerican Babies\u003c\/i\u003e: A Global Fund for Children Book (age 0-2) is a charming little board book with photos of our kids. The text reads, \"All across this land, from sea to shining sea, curious babies explore their world, laughing and playing, spreading joy, sharing hope, surrounded by love.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYellow Brick Road\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike Global Babies, the photos of babies wille ntrance the youngest readers, and older readers, as well. The photos in this book feature seventeen babies from the United States; the beauty and diversity of our citizens and the universal activities and emotions they share are evident on every page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Well-Read Child\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've read The Global Fund for Children's Global Babies over and over again, so I was delighted to receive a copy of American Babies. In the same spirit as Global Babies, American Babies introduces you to gorgeous photographs of diverse babies all across the U.S. Brief text on every page sends a positive message about the love babies bring to the world. I think I love this book just as much as my little ones do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBayViews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this companion to Global Babies, which was a 2006 ALA Notable Children's Book and an ACL Distinguished Book, a multicultural group of babies are the focus. Each page contains a close-up photo of a baby's face. The text is one sentence, spread throughout the book with just a few words per page, celebrating the nature of babies--curious, hopeful, loving. Not quite as distinctive as Global Babies, this should find an audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs of adorable babies (is there any other kind?) of varying ethnicities appear in both full-page and panel insets to a very brief (one sentence), vaguely patriotic text. With just one phrase per spread, there's little to distract from the main attractions. One overall-clad lad sits in a field of golden grain, another tyke crawls across the sand (\"from sea to shining sea\"), a little girl intently scans a board book and yet another smiles coyly over her mother's shoulder. The dark-skinned, utterly toothless boy crowing with delight (\"spreading joy\") is worth the price of admission all by himself. As babies never seem to grow tired of looking at other babies, this glowing celebration seems to be a surefire hit. A portion of the proceeds benefits The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWashington Parent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies love to look at other babies—and this sturdy board book gives little ones ample opportunity to gaze long upon happy tots from around the United States. Children of different ethnicities peer out from color photos that include landscapes as diverse as beach, meadow and leaf pile. The photos also subtly introduce the idea of seasons, with kids garbed in snowsuits, sundresses, beach togs and baseball caps. A simple text highlights commonalities such as laughing, playing and sharing love, reinforcing the idea that people are more alike than they are different. Take these babies with you to amuse your baby, be she traveling by plane, car or stroller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"American Babies book cover\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/american-babies-cvr.jpg?17253143563366384785\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/american-babies-hires.zip?17253143563366384785\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Book\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-280-3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 0-3\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 16\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Board Book","offer_id":3305695425,"sku":"92803","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/american-babies-cover.jpg?v=1570207910"},{"product_id":"be-my-neighbor","title":"Be My Neighbor","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/john-ivanko\" title=\"John D. Ivanko bio\"\u003eJohn D. Ivanko\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround the world, children live in community with others, sharing homes, resources, and experiences with their neighbors. This book celebrates what it means to be a neighbor the whole world over -- from Vietnam to the United States, Austria to Kenya and everywhere in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Words of Wisdom from Mr. Fred Rogers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"My Family\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/my-family\"\u003eMy Family\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"To Be a Kid\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/to-be-a-kid\"\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Books from The Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/collections\/the-global-fund-for-children\"\u003eBooks from The Global Fund for Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/be-my-neighbor-spread.jpg?130349852822097846\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e \u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the creator and spokesperson for \u003cem\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e and co-author of the global education guide, \u003cem\u003eRaising Children to Become Caring Contributors to the World\u003c\/em\u003e. Maya is the founder and executive director of SHAKTI for Children. In the January 1999 issue of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Maya was named among \"A new guard of non-profit leaders...that will shape the charity world in the next century.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya is also the co-author of \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eExtraordinary Girls\u003c\/em\u003e, both brilliantly photographed books that present a picture of global diversity, tolerance, and joy. Maya's books are published in partnership with SHAKTI for Children, and a portion of the proceeds from the sales of her books go to support community-based educational projects for children around the world. It is the mission of SHAKTI for Children to teach children to value diversity and grow into productive, caring citizens of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya Ajmera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn D. Ivanko, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn D. Ivanko is an award-winning photographer and author, writer, national speaker, and conservationist who has done a fair bit of globetrotting. In 1992 John jumped off the corporate treadmill at an advertising agency to journey around the world on what has become known as his \"quest for understanding.\" One year and 29 countries later, he returned to the United States with over 15,000 photographic images and stirring accounts of his journey. He never set foot in a cubicle again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/john-ivanko\" title=\"John D. Ivanko bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about John Ivanko.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNCSS\/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA visually enticing tribute to diversity and the number of bonds that unite us in a common humanity. This works like a primer in cultural geography, introducing young readers to locales as disparate as Togo and Brunei. Ajmera and Ivanko have gathered crisp, evocative photographs, with up to a dozen scattered across the two-page spreads, illustrating architecture and food, rituals and ceremonies, play and work. A note of the locale accompanies each of the photographs and a handy, colorfully appealing map helps readers situate where on the globe these shots were taken. The text--though well-intended and emphasizing both the cradling pleasures and the distinctiveness of each community--couldn't be flatter if it were Kansas: \"Schools are important because they help you learn and become more helpful to your community.\" But what this lacks in bounce, it makes up for in an unequivocal broadside against xenophobia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn an opening-page photograph, the late Fred Rogers sits in front of the Neighborhood of Make-Believe castle surrounded by an ethnically diverse group of children. His introductory \"Words of Wisdom\"--vintage Mister Rogers--talk about how a neighbor can live close by or far away, but \"as different as we are from one another...we are much more the same than we are different.\" The following pages expand on this concept of a global neighborhood. Each double-page spread introduces a particular aspect of neighborhoods (\"Your neighborhood is a special place\"; \"Neighborhoods have schools\") while accompanying photographs feature children from different countries (including Japan, Mongolia, the Philippines, Mali, Turkey, the Bahamas, and the United States) to illustrate the ideas in the brief text. The engaging color photographs and the simple words make this an excellent resource for multicultural community units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully crafted book explores the concept of community, using well-chosen words from the late Mr. Rogers as a starting point: \"Neighbors are people who care about and help each other. Sometimes they live in the same real neighborhood. But they can also be 'neighbors' even if they live far away.\" Illustrated with bright beautiful full-color photos of children around the world, the gorgeous spreads are organized by themes, including homes, schools, places of worship, recreational areas, transportation, celebrations, and sharing responsibilities to improve your neighborhood and the lives of those who live there. With photos depicting everything from an open-air Mexican market to a Guatemalan village to a Hanukkah celebration in the U.S., this book celebrates diversity, all the while emphasizing our overarching similarities. An appended map highlights the countries where the photos were taken. The brief text and stunning illustrations make this an ideal book for sharing. Mr. Rogers would be proud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with introductory \"Words of Wisdom from Fred Rogers,\" this horizontally formatted book explores the concept of neighborhood through a duel text and dozens of excellent photographs. The large-print text, suitable for young preschool children, uses short phrases to reinforce the idea of what a neighborhood is. For instance, the sentence \"Neighborhoods also have schools\" appears on one spread, while the next three spreads note that there are also \"places to worship,\" \"places to play,\" \"and places to buy the things you need.\" A paragraph of text enlarges on the spread's theme, illustrated by several colorful photos, identified simply by the name of one of the 37 countries represented. Elementary and preschool teachers will find this a rich source of pictures showing the functions of a community and the variety of neighborhoods throughout the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Be My Neighbor book cover\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/be-my-neighbor-cvr.jpg?17253143563366384785\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/be-my-neighbor-hires.zip?17253143563366384785\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaperback\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-57091-685-4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 5-8\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 32\u003cbr\u003e11 x 8 \u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e⁄\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":3306462593,"sku":"16854","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/be-my-neighbor-cover.jpg?v=1586785508"},{"product_id":"animal-friends","title":"Animal Friends","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eAnimal Friends\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eA Global Celebration of Children and Animals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e \/ Illustrated by: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/john-ivanko\" title=\"John Ivanko bio\"\u003eJohn D. Ivanko\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter if your friends have feathers or fur or if they're big or small you need to love and take care of them. Smiling faces from 15 countries around the world introduce adorable, and sometimes exotic, animal friends. Once again Maya Ajmera and John Ivanko team up to share their vision of teaching youngsters the value of diversity and aiding them to grow into productive, caring citizens of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful and often comical photographs of children and their animal friends from all over the world portray the innocence and joy of childhood and a child's easy appreciation and love of a favorite pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"My First Book of Baby Animals\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/my-first-book-of-baby-animals\"\u003eMy First Book of Baby Animals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"My First Book of Wild Animals\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/my-first-book-of-wild-animals\"\u003eMy First Book of Wild Animals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/animal-friends-spread.jpg?17863841298929584578\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the creator and spokesperson for Children from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World and co-author of the global education guide, Raising Children to Become Caring Contributors to the World. Maya is the founder and executive director of SHAKTI for Children. In the January 1999 issue of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Maya was named among \"A new guard of non-profit leaders...that will shape the charity world in the next century.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya is also the co-author of To Be a Kid and Extraordinary Girls, both brilliantly photographed books that present a picture of global diversity, tolerance, and joy. Maya's books are published in partnership with SHAKTI for Children, and a portion of the proceeds from the sales of her books go to support community-based educational projects for children around the world. It is the mission of SHAKTI for Children to teach children to value diversity and grow into productive, caring citizens of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya Ajmera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - ENTER ILLUSTRATOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn D. Ivanko, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn D. Ivanko is an award-winning photographer and author, writer, national speaker, and conservationist who has done a fair bit of globetrotting. In 1992 John jumped off the corporate treadmill at an advertising agency to journey around the world on what has become known as his \"quest for understanding.\" One year and 29 countries later, he returned to the United States with over 15,000 photographic images and stirring accounts of his journey. He never set foot in a cubicle again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/john-ivanko\" title=\"John Ivanko bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about John Ivanko.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Book Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo smiling boys--one Middle Eastern, one African--cuddle baby goats in the opening spread of Animal Friends:A Global Celebration of Children and Animals by Maya Ajmera and John D. Ivanko. Later, an Asian toddler kisses a guinea pig on the nose and a freckle-faced redhead holds a kitten as the text points out the features (e.g., big\/small, feathers\/scales) of the animals pictured in the full-color photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrough the Looking Glass Children's Book Review Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren all over the world enjoy sharing their lives with animals of all kinds. They may have a cow in the barn or a hutch full of hamsters in their room. Their animal friend may be very small and cuddly, or large enough to ride. Whatever the case may be, every animal friend needs to be loved and cared for, and every animal will offer love in return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delightful board book explores the idea that the love that children have for animals is a universal thing. A boy in Africa will lavish his pet goat with the same love and devotion that an English child shows her pet cat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith richly warm photographs and a very simple text, this board book emphasizes the fact that there is a common thread connecting children all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sale of this title helps to support the Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit that is “committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/animal-friends-cvr.jpg?1485833684566370272\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/animal-friends-hires.zip?1485833684566370272\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Book\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-57091-502-4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 1-4\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 18\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Board Book","offer_id":3306664385,"sku":"15024","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/animal-friends-cover.jpg?v=1570209207"},{"product_id":"children-from-australia-to-zimbabwe","title":"Children from Australia to Zimbabwe","description":"\u003ch1\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Photographic Journey around the World\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/anna-rhesa-versola\" title=\"Anna Rhesa Versola bio\"\u003eAnna Rhesa Versola\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCelebrate the many faces of children around the world.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant color photographs portray positive images of children that help foster a sense of global citizenship. With an abundance of information about cultures, languages, and environment, this fascinating journey around the world will inspire both young and old alike. Readers will also discover Xanadu, an ideal imaginary land described and illustrated by elementary school children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrom the Foreword\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have had the good fortune to meet children of many countries on four continents-Asia, North America, Europe, and Africa. As you will see when you read \u003ci\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey around the World\u003c\/i\u003e, some of these children lead very different lives from yours or mine. Some wear traditional clothing woven in bright colors by their mothers. Some live in houses made not from bricks or wood but from mud or grasses. Many speak languages that you and I wouldn't understand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut children the world over share many things in common:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll children play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll children need their families.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll children share basic needs that must be met.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll children need and deserve a livable earth, breathable air, and drinkable water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll children need and deserve the nurturing and protection of communities and governments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll children can contribute to society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren are a mighty force.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday we truly live in a global village, connected across continents by television, high-speed travel, and the Internet. Your choices and your actions will be felt worldwide, by today's and tomorrow's children. You can be a positive or negative force in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI also hope that you will keep in mind one additional similarity that you share with all of the earth's children. I hope it will help you embrace rather than push away those who look or speak or dress or think differently than you do: All children are gifts of God.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e- Marian Wright Edelman, President, \u003ca title=\"The Children's Defense Fund\" href=\"http:\/\/www.childrensdefense.org\/\"\u003eChildren's Defense Fund\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Children of the U.S.A.\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/children-of-the-u-s-a\"\u003eChildren of the U.S.A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Children of Native America Today\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/children-of-native-america-today\"\u003eChildren of Native America Today\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Extraordinary Girls\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/extraordinary-girls\"\u003eExtraordinary Girls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/children-from-australia-to-zimbabwe-spread-lores.jpg?14467970959898788163\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the creator and spokesperson for \u003cem\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e and co-author of the global education guide, \u003cem\u003eRaising Children to Become Caring Contributors to the World\u003c\/em\u003e. Maya is the founder and executive director of SHAKTI for Children. In the January 1999 issue of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Maya was named among \"A new guard of non-profit leaders...that will shape the charity world in the next century.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya is also the co-author of \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eExtraordinary Girls\u003c\/em\u003e, both brilliantly photographed books that present a picture of global diversity, tolerance, and joy. Maya's books are published in partnership with SHAKTI for Children, and a portion of the proceeds from the sales of her books go to support community-based educational projects for children around the world. It is the mission of SHAKTI for Children to teach children to value diversity and grow into productive, caring citizens of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnna Rhesa Versola, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnna Rhesa Versola is originally from Manila, the Philippines. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and has a master's degree from Duke University. .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/anna-rhesa-versola\" title=\"Anna Rhesa Versola\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Anna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Childhood News Director's Choice Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearning Magazine Teacher's Choice Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead, America! Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first glance, this looks like an ABC book, but the alphabet plays a distant second to a combination gazetteer and cultural geography. Each of 26 countries is covered in a spread that includes a greeting in the appropriate language, a map, and several full-color photographs of children in typical settings and situations; the result is an encounter with the local dress, transportation, and architecture, as well as a glimpse of the work and play of children. Ajmera and Versola offer a gold mine of interesting national nuggets--that Zimbabwe means \"stone houses,\" that girls and women in Yemen decorate their hands with swirls of henna, that Budapest is really two cities, Buda and Pest, split by the Danube--and include concise regional and ethnic histories, with X standing for the \"imaginary\" country of Xanadu. A short fact sheet for every country relays one particularly fascinating item: the proportion of children to the population as a whole, giving readers instant understanding of population pyramids, e.g., Russia has 34 million children out of an overall population of 147 million, while Oman has 1 million children in a population of 2 million. A pleasing and hopeful book--sugar-coated as it may be--with a feel-good global outlook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to make children aware of belonging to an international community, \u003cem\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e by Maya Ajmera and Anna Rhesa Versola combines lively photographs of children with maps of, and facts about, 26 countries. With admirable economy, the text outlines a child's daily life in each country, including its unique traditions and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother title published in partnership with SHAKTI for Children, this photographic journal alphabetically introduces 25 countries to readers. Beautiful photographs of children at work, play, and worship accompany chatty paragraphs offering facts and tidbits about each country. Younger readers will enjoy Ajmera and John D. Ivanko's \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/em\u003e (Charlesbridge,1999), another photo-essay celebrating the universality of childhood around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/children-from-australia-to-zimbabwe-cvr.jpg?14467970959898788163\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/children-from-australia-to-zimbabwe-hires.zip?14467970959898788163\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/children-from-australia-zimbabwe-excerpt.pdf?14467970959898788163%22\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Excerpt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardcover\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-57091-478-2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 8-11\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 64\u003cbr\u003e8 \u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e⁄\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e x 11\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":3307183681,"sku":"14782","price":10.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/children-from-australia-to-zimbabwe-cover.jpg?v=1586788381"},{"product_id":"children-of-native-america-today","title":"Children of Native America Today","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/yvonne-wakim-dennis\" title=\"Yvonne Wakim Dennis\"\u003eYvonne Wakim Dennis\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/arlene-b-hirschfelder\" title=\"Arlene B. Hirschfelder\"\u003eArlene Hirschfelder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCome along on a photographic journey through America's native nations as seen through the eyes of children.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChildren of Native America Today\u003c\/em\u003e invites readers to explore Native nations, focusing on the children who live, learn, and play in tribal communities throughout the United States. These children celebrate a proud heritage, a rich culture, and a close-knit society. They participate in cultural activities such as totem pole carving, storytelling, and dancing at a powwow, as well as enjoying video games, going to school, and other contemporary pastimes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA map listing the geography of the many nations and culture groups, and resources for further investigation, are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA portion of the proceeds from the sale of these books is donated to innovative programs benefiting children around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrom the Foreword:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative American children, like all children, are not only their cultures. Even kids from the most traditional Native backgrounds have much in common with all other children: they have families, they grow and change every day, they love and work and play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany Native American children, through their families and communities, experience a special cultural richness. These kids understand that they live in a special relationship between the earth and the sky; that they are related to all other creatures; that their cultures are unique and precious. They also know many hard truths: that their native languages are greatly endangered; that their ancestors experienced hatred and violence in their own country; that much of their greatness is unknown to most other people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut Native children, like all children, should also know that there is tremendous good work to be done in which they can share. They have a future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e- Buffy Sainte-Marie, singer, activist, and founder of \u003ca title=\"The Nihewan Foundation\" href=\"http:\/\/www.nihewan.org\/\"\u003eThe Nihewan Foundation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Children of the U.S.A.\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/children-of-the-u-s-a\"\u003eChildren of the U.S.A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Children from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/children-from-australia-to-zimbabwe\"\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey around the World\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/children-of-native-america-cvr.jpg?14467970959898788163\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYvonne Wakim Dennis, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYvonne Wakim Dennis draws on her multicultural background for many of her ideas. She is American Indian\/Arab, grew up in rural Pennsylvania and attended college in southwestern Ohio during the 60's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of Dennis' books are creative non-fiction about contemporary American Indian life, but she has other projects in the works, too. They include a children's book highlighting diversity in American cities; bios for kids on famous designers and artists, short stories about New York City American Indian women and a quirky and smart novel for kids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/yvonne-wakim-dennis\" title=\"Yvonne Wakim Dennis\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Yvonne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArlene Hirschfelder, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Ever since I penned my Master's thesis about the treatment of Indians in high school history texts, I have been determined to help set the record straight.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArlene B. Hirschfelder is an educator in tobacco history and an authority and public speaker on youth involvement in tobacco control activities over the past one hundred years. She is also a widely recognized scholar on contemporary Native American issues, has published over a dozen books in the field, and has worked as a freelance editor and author of curricular materials about Native American ceremonial tobacco use and tobacco abuse for the National Cancer Institute project reducing Cancer Risks Among Native American Youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHirschfelder earned a B.A. from Brandeis University and an M.A.T. from the University of Chicago. She lives in Northern New Jersey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/arlene-b-hirschfelder\" title=\"Arlene B. Hirschfelder bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Arlene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCBC Choices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotable Books for a Global Society\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis title contains two-page features on 25 contemporary Native American communities. Each spread briefly describes the history of the tribe and then shows what life is like for its members today. A helpful map shows the locations of the Native American communities profiled. The book helps dispel the myth that most American Indians live on reservations, revealing that more than half reside in urban areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well thought-out, neatly executed, and extremely attractive volume that strives to fulfill the promise of its title. There are more than 500 Native American cultures: on two-page profiles arranged geographically, the authors focus on about 26 groups from the Haudenosaunee (the Six Iroquois Nations) of New York to the Iñupiat of Alaska. Striking color photos of children in both traditional and contemporary activities adorn each, along with a fact box giving population, communities, and people of note. A map of the US locates them across the country. The authors strive to give their young readers the sense of the struggle to preserve traditional cultures and values alongside a very contemporary life with activities every child will recognize. They do it in a lively style, too, full of rhetorical \"did you know?\" queries, a sprinkling of exclamation points, and bits about the code talkers and skywalkers. Information is sometimes fascinating, or even touching-state senator Bill Tellowtail asked for his Crow clan's counsel before he ran for office; Supai, in Arizona, can only get mail via pack-mule train. There's even a page for Native people living in cities; after all, New York City has the largest Native American population in the country. An invaluable and attractive resource, particularly for younger children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis photo-essay features 25 of the more than 500 native cultures of the U.S. as well as a section on urban Indians. In this \"book of few words and many pictures,\" the clear, captioned photographs speak eloquently of contemporary Native American young people. Some show Indian kids in traditional clothing while other picture them in T-shirts and sandals. Some shots feature lacrosse teams and canoeing; others show Indian children playing golf and videotaping. Each group is introduced in a two-page spread that includes pronunciation and a brief, but lively, narrative covering major businesses and interesting cultural tidbits. A quick facts section notes locations of reservations and communities, total population, prominent people \"to learn about,\" and tribes. A map, an extensive list of resources, and a glossary add valuable information and access. This updates Arlene Hirschfelder's \u003cem\u003eHappily May I Walk\u003c\/em\u003e (1986) but is for younger students. An excellent resource for multicultural studies, this handsome album will also attract browsers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis glossy photo-essay helps show students some of the variety and diversity in the lives of 25 contemporary Native communities and features youngsters living in both rural and urban settings. The book is arranged by region, with each spread profiling a tribe. The narrative provides a fact section with lists of the reservations or communities for each nation, the total population, some prominent people, and the names of neighboring tribes. The text presents interesting facts abut each group; for example, the Passamaquoddy tribe has the third largest blueberry farm in the world. The large typeface and lush photographs make this an inviting title. Reminiscent of Diane Hoty-Goldsmith's \u003cem\u003eTotem Pole\u003c\/em\u003e (1990;o.p.) or her \u003cem\u003ePotlatch: A Tsimshian Celebration\u003c\/em\u003e (1997, both Holiday), this special book belongs in all libraries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/children-of-native-america-cvr.jpg?14467970959898788163\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/children-of-native-america-hires.zip?14467970959898788163\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/children-of-native-america-excerpt.pdf?14467970959898788163\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Excerpt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardcover\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-57091-499-7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaperback\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-57091-965-7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 8-11\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 64\u003cbr\u003e8 \u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e⁄\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e x 11\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":3308395137,"sku":"19657","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/children-of-native-america-cover.jpg?v=1586788400"},{"product_id":"come-out-and-play","title":"Come Out and Play","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCome Out and Play\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Global Journey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/john-ivanko\" title=\"John D. 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Everyone loves to play, and the universal appeal of goofing around is joyfully evident in \u003cem\u003eCome Out and Play. \u003c\/em\u003eThis exuberant collection of photographs captures unplugged playtime on six different continents, celebrating the beauty of good old-fashioned fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA portion of proceeds support the Global Fund for Children's mission, supporting grassroots organizations that promote the wellbeing and success of children around the globe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"To Be a Kid\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/to-be-a-kid\"\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"To Be an Artist\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/to-be-an-artist\"\u003eTo Be an Artist\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Music Everywhere!\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/music-everywhere\"\u003eMusic Everywhere!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/come-out-and-play-spread.jpg?v=1582043554\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e \u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the founder of the Global Fund for Children and the co-author of more than fifteen books, including \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid, Faith,\u003c\/em\u003e and Children\u003cem\u003e from Australia to Zimbabwe. \u003c\/em\u003eShe lives in Washington, DC. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Author Maya Ajmera\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn D. Ivanko, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn D. Ivanko is an award-winning photographer and author, writer, national speaker, and conservationist who has done a fair bit of globetrotting. In 1992 John jumped off the corporate treadmill at an advertising agency to journey around the world. One year and 29 countries later, he returned to the United States with over 15,000 photographic images and stirring accounts of his journey. He never set foot in a cubicle again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/john-ivanko\" title=\"John D. Ivanko\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about John.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn international array of color photographs presents children engaging in many kinds of joyful activities. A child in Madagascar uses tin cans to create a toy car. An Ethiopian kid plucks a stringed instrument. Kids play foosball in Benin, chess in Spain, jacks in Guatemala, and table tennis in the Czech Republic. Two others play in the water with a large leaf and a basket in a photo captioned “Cooling off with a buddy in a river in Thailand.” Children in Mexico and South Africa have fun with bubbles. The South African photo gracing the cover shows a racially diverse group of children on a colorful play structure stretching out their arms to let the bubbles fly up into the sky. Each double-page spread includes a full-bleed photo and then two or three photos on the opposite page on a solid-color background, following the format of other books supporting the Global Fund for Children by this capable author pair. Short phrases in large type explain different ideas about play, and clear captions identify each activity and country. At the end, a map identifies each country’s location, and short paragraphs further explore the book’s themes. Most parts of the world are included, although there could be more from Latin America and the Middle East, and the Caribbean has been neglected. An attractive pictorial offering stressing the universality of children’s play the world over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the photos in Come Out and Play by Maya Ajmera and John Ivanko speaks volumes about what life is like in various countries. The sentence, \"To play means swinging and jumping and running and climbing,\" covers two spreads and accompanies photos of a child gliding in what appears to be a metal bucket on a brightly colored swing set in Egypt, a child in button-down shirt and tie swinging on a rope in Nepal and children racing barefoot in Nicaragua with their village in the background. More exotic games (such as bao in Ethiopia or catch-the-wolf in Canada) are also featured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColorful, vibrant photographs showcase children in more than 35 countries. The easy-to-read, boldfaced text tells about their leisure activities: \"To play means swinging\/and jumping\/ and running\/and climbing.\" The simple sentences are enhanced by the clear action photographs that effectively illustrate the many forms a particular type of recreation can take. To some children, playing in the water may mean running through a lawn sprinkler; to others, it may mean floating in a stream or paddling a canoe. Picture captions identify the country and activity, affording a cultural panorama--\"Leaping through flowers on a kibbutz in Israel\"; \"Playing bao in the yard in Ethiopia\"; \"Climbing a tree in the Philippines\"; \"Playing with a truck in Senegal.\" The photographs also provide glimpses into the world's different landscapes and environments. Kermit the Frog's foreword conveys the message that play is a universal language. Two pages of endnotes serve as a summary and encourage children to reflect on the many kinds of toys and the importance of imagination and friendship. 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With stunning photographs from many cultures and religious traditions, Faith celebrates the ways in which people worship around the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThematically organized back matter gives additional information on common expressions of faith, and a glossary describes particular religions and elements of faith depicted in the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-babies\" title=\"Global Babies\"\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/children-of-the-u-s-a\" title=\"Children of the U.S.A.\"\u003eChildren of the U.S.A.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/children-from-australia-to-zimbabwe\" title=\"Children from Australia to Zimbabwe\"\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/children-of-native-america-today\" title=\"Children of Native America Today\"\u003eChildren of Native America Today\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/faith-spread.jpg?3907138949762816760\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the creator and spokesperson for \u003cem\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e and co-author of the global education guide, \u003cem\u003eRaising Children to Become Caring Contributors to the World\u003c\/em\u003e. Maya is the founder and executive director of SHAKTI for Children. In the January 1999 issue of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Maya was named among \"A new guard of non-profit leaders...that will shape the charity world in the next century.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Maya Ajmera bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCynthia Pon, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCynthia Pon is the director of Global Fun for Children Books. She is the co-author of Children of the U.S.A. She lives in Washington, D.C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/cynthia-pon\" title=\"Cynthia Pon bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Cynthia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagda Nakassis, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagda Nakassis worked for Global Fund for Children Books, helping to develop the popular Global Babies, among other books. She lives in Washington, D.C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/magda-nakassis\" title=\"Magda Nakassis bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Magda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNCSS\/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eILA Notable Books for a Global Society\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBank Street College of Education's Best Children's Books of the Year, Outstanding mention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCLSA Rodda Book Award for Children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/star-fade.gif?18127980511287865543\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis impeccably designed introduction to spiritual practices around the world provides a superb way to show children that there are many means of expressing religious faith. The authors concentrate on what people of disparate faiths have in common by focusing on the mutual \"elements of faith\" that most religions share, such as praying, reading holy books, participating in cleansing rituals, visiting holy places and helping others. The exceptionally thoughtful design uses just a few sentences of text set in large type against backgrounds of deep, saturated color. Each spread shows multiple photographs of children from many different cultures engaging in their own religious activities, with simple captions identifying the activity and the particular country and\/or faith. Noteworthy care was taken in the choice of engaging, nonstereotypical and inclusive photographs, and the quality of the photography and reproduction is stellar. The concluding pages include an amplified text describing the elements of faith in more detail, a world map showing all the countries noted in the photo captions and a glossary of religious terms. This introduction to world religions deserves a wide audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFaith explores through full-color photographs the many ways in which the world celebrates and practices religious belief, highlighting the common threads—praying and meditating, chants and songs, holy books, cleansing, holy places, holidays and festivals, important events, dress, food and drink, and helping others. Spare text accompanies the pictures of children and identifies the specific religion and practices. Concluding notes for adults to share with youngsters provide more information on each one. The excellent photographs are clear and colorful and invite careful observation. A world map showing the various homes of the children depicted is included. As stated in the book, \"Faith highlights the common threads that bring people together in reverence and joy.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing crisp color photographs and short sentences, the authors describe what comprises faith. As the book informs readers, \"In our world, there are many faiths,\" and the celebration of faith occurs through prayer, singing the reading of holy books, cleansing rituals, and performing good deeds. Explanations appear primarily in the captions of photos of children from around the world at worship. Set against the pure colors of the double-page spreads, these photos often show the children in traditional attire as they perform religious rites and obligations. For the most part, this photo-essay does a good job of depicting children across the spectrum of individual religions. For instance, there are Jewish boys with side curls and a father and son dressed casually as they light a Hanukkah menorah. Supporting the text is strong back matter that explains the elements of faith in more detail and a glossary that defines religious words.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurriculum Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroad statements about how people celebrate their faiths (\"We chant and sing\" or \"We listen to or learn from others\") are paired with striking photos of children across the globe. While the text underscores the universal elements, the charismatic images depict a diversity of cultures, customs, and social interactions, illustrating the similarities and differences among religions and encouraging respect and tolerance of others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Patchwork of Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI think coming up with a children's book that appropriately explains and expresses the meaning of faith to people all around the world is probably an incredibly difficult task. I found in Faith, by Maya Ajmera, Magda Nakassis, and Cynthia Pon, the best example (I've seen anyways) of a truly well done work on this topic, for the younger age set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough brilliant photographs of faith practices of dozens of cultures in many different countries around the world, the reader is able to see that no matter what the belief system or the book being followed, children and their families all pray, chant or sing, read holy books, cleanse, visit holy places, observe holidays, etc. And most of all, they hope. Whether Christian, Muslim, Buddhist, Jewish, or any other religion, faith bases itself on hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded in the back of the book is a map featuring each country that had a part in the book, as well as further explanation into the basic elements of faith around the world. A \"Words to Know\" section is also included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis resource would great for so many different types of teaching. Starting with the youngest of children, they are able to look at the real photographs of different children around the world, with their different types of clothing, foods, skin colors, etc. and see the beauty in being different. As children grow older, Faith can be incorporated into social studies units on different cultures, geography units, and a basic tool for beginning the explanation of different religions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds of the book will be donated to The Global Fund for Children to purrport innovative community-based organizations that serve the world's most vulnerable children and youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTablet Magazine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis photography book illustrates how different cultures around the world pray, read sacred books, eat, visit holy places, celebrate festivals, and mark lifecycle events. Some kids love to look at photos of other kids, and this book will hypnotize them. There’s very little text. The images celebrate diversity without bludgeoning anyone over the head with it. We see a Jewish girl making challah with her zayde, a young Buddhist novice meditating, Nigerian children praying together, a bar-mitzvah boy chanting the Torah, a Muslim family breaking the daily fast during Ramadan, a Guatemalan kid with missing front teeth grinning broadly in an Easter mask. Charming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJournal of Children's Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our world, there are many faiths. Through spectacular photographs, this simple nonfiction book shows how faith is celebrated in different cultures and religious traditions. Expressions such as praying, singing, reading, cleansing, and caring are portrayed. The book highlights that people from all faiths give to others and help those in need, but most of all they have hope. Concluding detailed notes and a glossary are included for curious readers who want to know more about the elements of faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKids Lit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough photographs, this book tells the story of many faiths, allowing glimpses into each of them. The book celebrates the many faiths, tying them together through similarities but also revealing their differences too. Cultures and religions are highlighted here in a book that children will see themselves in and also learn about others too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs here are clear, vivid and capture moments of prayer and devotion with grace. Each photograph is accompanied by at least the name of the religion and the country the photo was taken in. Other photographs have a brief sentence that explain the image a bit further. This brevity makes the book read simply and easily. Larger text on each page carries the flow of the book, giving each set of pages a theme where we can see our commonalities and differences and celebrate both side by side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly recommended, this is a book about religion that children will innately understand. It is ideal to start discussions or quietly examine on your own. Appropriate for ages 4-7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChildren's Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReligious traditions around the world are celebrated in this beautiful book by Maya Ajmera, Magda Nakassis and Cynthia Pon. The book is formatted to emphasize inclusiveness, with each double-page spread focusing on some aspect common to many religions. For example, \"We read our holy books\" is illustrated with photographs of a Kenyan boy studying the Qur'an, a young Buddhist in Mongolia reading the sutras, a British Christian girl reading the bible and holding a rosary and three Orthodox Jewish boys in Israel looking over their prayer books. The text is minimal, with each word and image chosen with care. The book builds to a powerful message: \"We respect others, making friends and building peace.\" This book transcends boundaries of age and culture to become a meditation on spirit, sharing and respect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChildren's Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is faith? It means different things to different people. People also express their faith in various ways. The reader will see how people pray, sing, read holy books, praise, listen, and learn from others about the diverse faiths. The exceptional pictures in the book help the reader to understand how children from around the world have different ways of practicing their different faiths. The book also shows specific celebrations and special days in the numerous faiths. Food, drink, friends, and helping others are also very important in revealing faith in several countries. In addition, this book includes a world map to show the countries that are mentioned. Elements of faith and words to know are incorporated in the back of the book to help the reader understand more about the different faiths. This book could be used in the church or school setting to teach diversity in religion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChildren's Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar in style and format to the \"Celebrate\" series from National Geographic, and using some of the same stock photography, this photo essay, developed by The Global Fund for Children, explores the many ways that faith is expressed around the world. Prayer, song, study, rituals, holy places, holidays, life cycle events, clothing, and food are all explained with simple, large-print statements such as: \"We celebrate our faith in many ways,\" \"We observe holidays in our homes or places of worship,\" \"We care for those around us,\" \"We respect others,\" and \"Most of all, we hope.\" The captions included with the contemporary, full-color photographs of children around the world provide further information along with a four-page afterword, glossary of terms, and map indicating the places included in the book. The Rastafarian, Christian, Buddhist, Jewish, Daoist, Muslim, Hindu, Native American, and Mennonite faiths are included with examples from over 30 countries. Judaism is represented with photographs of a bar mitzvah celebrant, Yeshiva boys studying, a father and son lighting the menorah, an upsherinish ceremony, a girl braiding challah, a funeral in Israel, and the shaking of the lulav. However, the caption accompanying a boy blowing the shofar is inaccurate: \"A father teaches his son to sound the shofar at solemn Jewish feasts.\" It is interesting to note that neither the Western Wall nor the Dome of the Rock is pictured on the page of holy places. Despite very minor weaknesses, this stunning presentation, celebrating the diversity of the world's religions, will be appreciated in Jewish libraries, especially those that own similar offerings like Sacred Places by Philemon Sturges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/faith-cvr.jpg?7394948978085855132\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/faith-hires.zip?7394948978085855132\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardcover\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-177-6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaperback\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-178-3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 4-7\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 48\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":3313545921,"sku":"91783","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/faith-cover.jpg?v=1586793200"},{"product_id":"global-babies","title":"Global Babies","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca title=\"The Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eThe Global Fund For Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppealing photos of babies from seventeen cultures around the globe are woven together by simple narration. \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e presents children in cultural context. Diverse settings highlight specific differences in clothing, daily life, and traditions, as well as demonstrate that babies around the world are nurtured by the love, caring, and joy that surround them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"American Babies\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/american-babies\"\u003eAmerican Babies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Baby Bedtimes\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/global-baby-bedtimes\"\u003eGlobal Baby Bedtimes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Babies\/Bebes del mundo\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/global-babies-bebes-del-mundo\"\u003eGlobal Babies\/Bebes del mundo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Baby Boys\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/global-baby-boys\"\u003eGlobal Baby Boys\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Baby Girls\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/global-baby-girls\"\u003eGlobal Baby Girls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-babies-spread.jpg?4907848467667986292\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\u003cscript src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-shape=\"round\" defer async=\"\" type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Global Fund For Children\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Global Fund for Children develops innovative titles that help young readers expand their appreciation of the multicultural world in which they live. Each book depicts positive images of children, promotes multiculturalism, and integrates the children's perspective into the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA portion of the proceeds from the sale of these books helps support The Global Fund for Children's grantmaking toward community-based projects benefiting children around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBook Sense Children's Pick List\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNational Parenting Publications Gold Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABC Best Books for Children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Chicago Public Library Best of the Best\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCBC Choices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e Notable Children's Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapitol Choices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Seal Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginning with Books' Best of the Best Books for Babies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eALA Notable Children's Book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/star-fade.gif?18127980511287865543\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStriking in its simplicity and effectiveness, this colorful board book takes into account two fundamental facts. First, babies like to look at faces, particularly the faces of other babies. Second, today's babies will grow up in a world that is, increasingly, a global neighborhood. This introduces young children to their neighbors throughout the world by providing clear photographs of babies in Guatemala, Thailand, Greenland, Mali, the U.S., India, South Africa, Fiji, Peru, Afghanistan, Malawi, Spain, Iraq, Rwanda, and Bhutan. Like Ajmera's earlier books connected with the nonprofit organization Global Fund for Children, such as \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBe My Neighbor\u003c\/em\u003e, this title seeks a broad, inclusive sense of community. Each page features a single child in a photo shown against a rich, solid background color. Appearing phrase by phrase at the bottom of the pages, the book's complete text reads, \"Wherever they live, \/ wherever they go, \/ whatever they wear, \/ whatever they feel, \/ babies everywhere \/ are beautiful, \/ special, \/ and loved.\" Attuned to its audience, the book's close-ups emphasize the children's faces and create a feeling of connection between subject and viewer. In an era hewn board books too often recycle picture book stores intended for older children, here's one that is just right for babies and toddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwanky Moms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am a big believer in the importance of reading to my newborn as soon as possible. But where does one start? Charlesbridge Publishing has an engaging line of books specifically written for wee tykes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI especially liked \u003cem\u003eBaby Animals Black and White\u003c\/em\u003e, a wordless board book with striking black-and-white illustrations of animals like a Dalmatian puppy, a panda cub, and a Holstein calf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e, a newly published board book, has adorable pictures of babies from around the world, with the message that “wherever they live … babies everywhere are beautiful, special, and loved.” Plus, a portion of the book’s proceeds are donated to the Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautifully illustrated board book \u003cem\u003eBusy Toes\u003c\/em\u003e will be such fun to act out with my little guy as he gets older. And the two portable, colorful accordion fold-out books \u003cem\u003eWho Has More? Who Has Fewer?\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eWho Is Bigger? Who Is Smaller?\u003c\/em\u003e do a clear job at teaching counting and relational sizes for toddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Year of Reading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am always looking for new board books for baby gifts. I often put together a bag or basket of board books as a new baby or baby shower gift. I always buy some of the classics but love to include new books in the mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e by the Global Fund for Children and published by Charlesbridge Publishing is a great new addition to the board book collection. It is an adorable small board book highlighting a baby from somewhere in the world on each page. The photographs are colorful and many babies are dressed in traditional clothing. The text that goes along with each page is simple. The draw is definitely in the adorable faces on each page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI didn't know about the Global Fund for Children but I read that they develop titles \"to support appreciation of the multicultural world in which they live\". Some of the profit from these books go to the fund to support children around the world. I'll keep my eyes out for other books by the Global Fun for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince most babies love to look at other babies, I think parents and new babies alike would love this book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassy Mommy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA recent favorite book for my 21 month old Mackenzie is \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e produced by Charlesbridge Publishers. This is one of those simple and sweet books she asks me to read again and again and again. \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e has pictures of babies from 17 different cultures around the world and Kenzie absolutely fascinated by all the different faces and clothing. And the best part is that part of the proceeds from this book's sales are donated to The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool Mom Picks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a bi-racial woman raising a multi-racial child in a homogenous suburban neighborhood, it's challenging to provide my daughter with a wide range of cultural experiences. In plain speak: All the kids are white!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile books and magazines aren't a replacement for real life interactions, they can be a great place to start. Take \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e, a new book from Charlesbridge Publishers and developed by the Global Fund for Children who gets a portion of the proceeds from the book. It's a simple board book highlighting babies from a variety of cultures in traditional garb. I was especially pleased to see a Native American baby representing the USA and not just some freckled kid in a baseball uniform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter how different the babies look from your own, one thing is for certain: They are all adorable. I can't imagine a child of any race not totally loving this book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMother Reader Blog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can only attribute my prior failure to review this board book to my own laziness, and I’m so sorry. It should be a required baby gift tucked among the tiny onesies and too-cute outfits. \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e shows pictures of babies around the world, each naming the country featured. The text is slight, but sweet, basically saying that babies everywhere are special, beautiful, and loved. The photographs are wonderful and the sentiment is important. And at the most basic level, babies love looking at pictures of other babies, so this book is bound to be a hit with the under-two set. If that weren’t enough, part of the proceeds from the sale of the book are donated to The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapitol Choices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Babies everywhere are beautiful, special, and loved.\" This gentle message combined with colorful close-up photographs of infants seventeen different cultures creates a board book perfect for little hands. A great introduction to the global neighborhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOppenheim Toy Portfolio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs of babies from all over the world fill this beautiful little book. Wearing their colorful natuve dress these adorable infants with their big eyes look out from the pages of the book reminding us all of the universal need for caring about these innocents with whom we share the planet. This is done in a boad book format to make a sturdy book for little ones to handle. But, in fact, this is a book for everyone . . . in our multicultural world, especially those adults who can make peace over war. Give it as a Valentine to support community based organizations that serve vulnerable children through the Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeslie Roberts Clingan, Moye Elementary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI selected this book from the review books shelves to accompany our orientation lesson for PK-K comparing books to babies. \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e is a board book that features adorable, wide-eyed babies in native costume from all over the world. Its message is an idealistic, simple one: that all babies are beautiful, treasured, and loved...and the same message can be conveniently and easily applied to library books! Global Babies will be a big hit with my daycare and PK-K kids as well as their teachers and parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-babies-new-cvr.jpg?v=1617731514\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-babies-new-cvr-hires.jpg.zip?v=1617731513\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Book\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-174-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 0-3\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 16\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Board Book","offer_id":3314044801,"sku":"91745","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/global-babies-new-cvr.jpg?v=1617731755"},{"product_id":"global-babies-bebes-del-mundo","title":"Global Babies\/Bebés del mundo","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\" title=\"The Global Fund for Children\"\u003eThe Global Fund For Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppealing photos of babies from seventeen cultures around the globe are woven together by simple narration. \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e presents children in cultural context. Diverse settings highlight specific differences in clothing, daily life, and traditions, as well as demonstrate that babies around the world are nurtured by the love, caring, and joy that surround them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-babies\" title=\"Global Babies\"\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-baby-boys\" title=\"Global Baby Boys\"\u003eGlobal Baby Boys\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-baby-girls\" title=\"Global Baby Girls\"\u003eGlobal Baby Girls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/american-babies\" title=\"American Babies\"\u003eAmerican Babies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/bebes-del-mundo-spread.jpg?16718982210681050766\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" class=\"cvr-border-gray\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e \u003cscript src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-shape=\"round\" defer async=\"\" type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Global Fund For Children\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Global Fund for Children develops innovative titles that help young readers expand their appreciation of the multicultural world in which they live. Each book depicts positive images of children, promotes multiculturalism, and integrates the children's perspective into the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA portion of the proceeds from the sale of these books helps support The Global Fund for Children's grantmaking toward community-based projects benefiting children around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\" title=\"The Global Fund for Children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003ci\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBook Sense Children's Pick List\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNational Parenting Publications Gold Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABC Best Books for Children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Chicago Public Library Best of the Best\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCBC Choices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e Notable Children's Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapitol Choices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Seal Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginning with Books' Best of the Best Books for Babies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eALA Notable Children's Book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWashington Parent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies love to look at other babies, and \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e is filled with tiny faces from around the world. The simple, bilingual English\/Spanish text is accompanied by photographs of little ones from Guatemala, India, Iraq, South Africa and other countries. The children featured are dressed in clothes typical of their region. Toddlers and their older siblings may be intrigued by the differences in clothing style, as well as differences in the children's skin tone and hair and eye color. The book celebrates these differences while emphasizing inclusion by ending with, \"Babies everywhere are beautiful, special, and loved. A lovely introduction to different cultures and countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALA-CBC-ALSC Build a Home Library\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies may wear different clothes, move around in different types of carriers, and eat different food, but babies all over the world are loved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor \u003ci\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/star-fade.gif?18127980511287865543\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStriking in its simplicity and effectiveness, this colorful board book takes into account two fundamental facts. First, babies like to look at faces, particularly the faces of other babies. Second, today's babies will grow up in a world that is, increasingly, a global neighborhood. This introduces young children to their neighbors throughout the world by providing clear photographs of babies in Guatemala, Thailand, Greenland, Mali, the U.S., India, South Africa, Fiji, Peru, Afghanistan, Malawi, Spain, Iraq, Rwanda, and Bhutan. Like Ajmera's earlier books connected with the nonprofit organization Global Fund for Children, such as \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBe My Neighbor\u003c\/em\u003e, this title seeks a broad, inclusive sense of community. Each page features a single child in a photo shown against a rich, solid background color. Appearing phrase by phrase at the bottom of the pages, the book's complete text reads, \"Wherever they live, \/ wherever they go, \/ whatever they wear, \/ whatever they feel, \/ babies everywhere \/ are beautiful, \/ special, \/ and loved.\" Attuned to its audience, the book's close-ups emphasize the children's faces and create a feeling of connection between subject and viewer. In an era hewn board books too often recycle picture book stores intended for older children, here's one that is just right for babies and toddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwanky Moms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am a big believer in the importance of reading to my newborn as soon as possible. But where does one start? Charlesbridge Publishing has an engaging line of books specifically written for wee tykes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e I especially liked \u003cem\u003eBaby Animals Black and White\u003c\/em\u003e, a wordless board book with striking black-and-white illustrations of animals like a Dalmatian puppy, a panda cub, and a Holstein calf.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e, a newly published board book, has adorable pictures of babies from around the world, with the message that “wherever they live … babies everywhere are beautiful, special, and loved.” Plus, a portion of the book’s proceeds are donated to the Global Fund for Children.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The beautifully illustrated board book \u003cem\u003eBusy Toes\u003c\/em\u003e will be such fun to act out with my little guy as he gets older. And the two portable, colorful accordion fold-out books \u003cem\u003eWho Has More? Who Has Fewer?\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eWho Is Bigger? Who Is Smaller?\u003c\/em\u003e do a clear job at teaching counting and relational sizes for toddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Year of Reading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am always looking for new board books for baby gifts. I often put together a bag or basket of board books as a new baby or baby shower gift. I always buy some of the classics but love to include new books in the mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e by the Global Fund for Children and published by Charlesbridge Publishing is a great new addition to the board book collection. It is an adorable small board book highlighting a baby from somewhere in the world on each page. The photographs are colorful and many babies are dressed in traditional clothing. The text that goes along with each page is simple. The draw is definitely in the adorable faces on each page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI didn't know about the Global Fund for Children but I read that they develop titles \"to support appreciation of the multicultural world in which they live\". Some of the profit from these books go to the fund to support children around the world. I'll keep my eyes out for other books by the Global Fun for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince most babies love to look at other babies, I think parents and new babies alike would love this book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassy Mommy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA recent favorite book for my 21 month old Mackenzie is \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e produced by Charlesbridge Publishers. This is one of those simple and sweet books she asks me to read again and again and again. \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e has pictures of babies from 17 different cultures around the world and Kenzie absolutely fascinated by all the different faces and clothing. And the best part is that part of the proceeds from this book's sales are donated to The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCool Mom Picks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a bi-racial woman raising a multi-racial child in a homogenous suburban neighborhood, it's challenging to provide my daughter with a wide range of cultural experiences. In plain speak: All the kids are white!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile books and magazines aren't a replacement for real life interactions, they can be a great place to start. Take \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e, a new book from Charlesbridge Publishers and developed by the Global Fund for Children who gets a portion of the proceeds from the book. It's a simple board book highlighting babies from a variety of cultures in traditional garb. I was especially pleased to see a Native American baby representing the USA and not just some freckled kid in a baseball uniform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter how different the babies look from your own, one thing is for certain: They are all adorable. I can't imagine a child of any race not totally loving this book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMother Reader Blog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can only attribute my prior failure to review this board book to my own laziness, and I’m so sorry. It should be a required baby gift tucked among the tiny onesies and too-cute outfits. \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e shows pictures of babies around the world, each naming the country featured. The text is slight, but sweet, basically saying that babies everywhere are special, beautiful, and loved. The photographs are wonderful and the sentiment is important. And at the most basic level, babies love looking at pictures of other babies, so this book is bound to be a hit with the under-two set. If that weren’t enough, part of the proceeds from the sale of the book are donated to The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapitol Choices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Babies everywhere are beautiful, special, and loved.\" This gentle message combined with colorful close-up photographs of infants seventeen different cultures creates a board book perfect for little hands. A great introduction to the global neighborhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOppenheim Toy Portfolio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs of babies from all over the world fill this beautiful little book. Wearing their colorful natuve dress these adorable infants with their big eyes look out from the pages of the book reminding us all of the universal need for caring about these innocents with whom we share the planet. This is done in a boad book format to make a sturdy book for little ones to handle. But, in fact, this is a book for everyone . . . in our multicultural world, especially those adults who can make peace over war. Give it as a Valentine to support community based organizations that serve vulnerable children through the Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeslie Roberts Clingan, Moye Elementary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI selected this book from the review books shelves to accompany our orientation lesson for PK-K comparing books to babies. \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/em\u003e is a board book that features adorable, wide-eyed babies in native costume from all over the world. Its message is an idealistic, simple one: that all babies are beautiful, treasured, and loved...and the same message can be conveniently and easily applied to library books! Global Babies will be a big hit with my daycare and PK-K kids as well as their teachers and parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-babies-SPAN-new-cvr.jpg?v=1617731513\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"product-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-babies-SPAN-new-cvr-hires.jpg.zip?v=1617731513\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Book\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-250-6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 0-3\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 16\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Board Book","offer_id":3314986497,"sku":"92506","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/global-babies-SPAN-new-cvr.jpg?v=1617731810"},{"product_id":"global-baby-girls","title":"Global Baby Girls","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca title=\"The Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eGlobal Fund For Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBaby girls are strong, beautiful, bold, and bright.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinuing in the tradition of best-selling Global Babies and American Babies, Global Baby Girls puts baby girls from around the world in the spotlight, celebrating their strength, diversity, and potential. From Peru to China, from Russia to Mali, this board book features captivating photographs of baby girls to share a simple, yet powerful message: no matter where they are born, baby girls can grow up to change the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby girls are precious, but they are not valued everywhere. It’s never too early to introduce the importance of girls, and the power they can have in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Babies\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-babies\"\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Baby Boys\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-baby-boys\"\u003eGlobal Baby Boys\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"American Babies\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/american-babies\"\u003eAmerican Babies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Baby Bedtimes\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/global-baby-bedtimes\"\u003eGlobal Baby Bedtimes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[TABS]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-girls-spread.jpg?9901417407423389608\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Global Fund For Children\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Global Fund for Children develops innovative titles that help young readers expand their appreciation of the multicultural world in which they live. Each book depicts positive images of children, promotes multiculturalism, and integrates the children's perspective into the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA portion of the proceeds from the sale of these books helps support The Global Fund for Children's grantmaking toward community-based projects benefiting children around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more \u003c\/a\u003eabout The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003ci\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKirkus Reviews' Best Children's Books of the Year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmelia Bloomer Project List\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarnegie Library of Pittsburgh Best Books for Babies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/star-fade.gif?18127980511287865543\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a natural follow-up to Global Babies (2006) and American Babies (2010), an empowering text and vibrant photos present baby girls from Canada, China, Guatemala, France, India, Liberia, New Zealand, Peru, Russia, the United States and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the girl on the cover wearing a hijab to an American tyke wearing overalls, the girls mostly sport everyday wear in a broader range of colors than pink and purple. As girls are not always valued, the text, meted out in a few words per page, is a rallying cry in support of their potential: \"Baby girls \/ can grow up \/ to change the world.\" The portrait of each girl is presented on a full page or with a boldly colored border that allows for the occasional word of text. The babies mostly present happy or serious facial expressions, and a few engage in activities that illustrate girl power in subtle ways; an American baby, in her father's arms, clutches a crayfish, and an Italian toddler looks as if she is \"reading\" aloud from a book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother baby-faced winner from the Global Fund for Children, with an important social message to boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Wherever they are born, girls are beautiful, strong, bold, and bright,” opens this board book from the nonprofit Global Fund for Children, which follows the organization’s American Babies and Global Babies. Bright, up-close photographs of babies from around the world are labeled with their respective nations. The babies’ smiling faces and bright-colored clothing (which ranges from everyday jumpers to, in the case of one Russian child, a fur suit) are attention-grabbing, and the overall message (“Baby girls can grow up to change the world”) is empowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReading Today Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Global Fund for Children has produced several wonderful books for young children including \u003ci\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/i\u003e in 2006 and \u003ci\u003eAmerican Babies\u003c\/i\u003e in 2010. This new addition to the series focuses on girls around the world. Full color photographs with baby girls in their native clothing present an emphasis on what girls can do. From countries as diverse as Russia, New Zealand, Liberia, India, Peru, France, China, Guatemala, Canada and the United States, the world of the importance of young girls is visually brought to our youngest readers through this beautifully presented board book. Learn more about The Global Fund for Children and see some of the internal art for this book at their website.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-girls-new-cvr.jpg?v=1617731513\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-girls-new-cvr-hires.jpg.zip?v=1617731513\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Book\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-439-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 0-3\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 16\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[\/TABS]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Board Book","offer_id":3315496577,"sku":"94395","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/global-baby-girls-new-cvr.jpg?v=1617731671"},{"product_id":"healthy-kids","title":"Healthy Kids","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Maya Ajmera bio\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/victoria-dunning\" title=\"Victoria Dunning\"\u003eVictoria Dunning\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/cynthia-pon\" title=\"Cynthia Pon\"\u003eCynthia Pon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAll kids deserve to be healthy kids.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this new title from Global Fund for Children, readers learn the different ways kids from around the world can stay healthy. Photographs showcase children from Afghanistan washing their hands, a team of boys from Australia playing sports, a group of girls from Panama wearing their seatbelts. There are many ways kids can practice healthy living, no matter where they live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a foreword by Melinda French Gates, co-chair and trustee of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, readers are reminded that not all children are lucky enough to have access to clean water, or to receive vaccines regularly. Back matter includes further information about how to live healthy lives, and how kids can help to improve healthy living around the world so that more kids become healthy kids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the establishment of programs like First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! initiative which emphasizes the significance of focusing on children’s health issues around the world, Healthy Kids is a welcome addition that will help increase awareness of this important issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/happy-healthy-ajay\" title=\"Happy, Healthy Ajay!\"\u003eHappy, Healthy Ajay!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/come-and-eat\" title=\"Come and Eat!\"\u003eCome and Eat!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/healthy-kids-spread.jpg?8346082653233913022\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\u003cscript src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-shape=\"round\" defer async=\"\" type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the creator and spokesperson for \u003cem\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e and co-author of the global education guide, \u003cem\u003eRaising Children to Become Caring Contributors to the World\u003c\/em\u003e. Maya is the founder and executive director of SHAKTI for Children. In the January 1999 issue of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Maya was named among \"A new guard of non-profit leaders...that will shape the charity world in the next century.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Maya Ajmera bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictoria Dunning, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVictoria Dunning is the vice president of programs for The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/victoria-dunning\" title=\"Victoria Dunning\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Victoria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCynthia Pon, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCynthia Pon is the director of Global Fun for Children Books. She is the co-author of Children of the U.S.A. She lives in Washington, D.C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/cynthia-pon\" title=\"Cynthia Pon\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Cynthia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNCSS\/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAjmera's \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/em\u003e (with co-author and photographer John D. Ivanko, 1999) focused on kids the world over engaged in play; in a similar format, this latest examines what children need in order to stay healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEye-catching photos are the centerpiece of this book. Each spread lists one thing that healthy kids need--\"Healthy kids need clean water to drink\"--while the labeled photographs show several children from different countries and how that need is met for them: A child drinks from a water fountain in Japan, and another uses a pump well in India; in Ghana, a girl pours water from a bucket carried atop her head. Healthy kids also need good food, clean bodies and teeth, a place to use the bathroom, a home, medical care and vaccinations, exercise, protection from the elements, safety gear such as seat belts and helmets, and most of all, loving families and communities. A multicolored world map highlights the countries mentioned, and backmatter explains how, in some areas of the world, those needs are difficult to meet and what kids, no matter where they live, can do to make sure they stay healthy. When this is paired with the likes of David J. Smith's \u003cem\u003eThis Child, Every Child\u003c\/em\u003e (illustrated by Shelagh Armstrong, 2011), readers will learn not only what kids need, but just how many kids lack these basic necessities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn attractive introduction to the topic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other titles in the Global Fund for Children book series, this fully illustrated volume features excellent photos of children around the world. The theme of health plays out in a series of wide double-page spreads introducing topics such as food, water, cleanliness, sanitation, safety, medical care, and exercise. On each spread, a line or two of text accompanies several clear color photos of children in different countries. For instance, the sentence, \"A safe, clean home protects us from the cold, wind, and rain\" is illustrated with intriguing photos of children inside or outside their houses in China, Egypt, and Suriname. The presentation opens with a foreword by Melinda French Gates and closes with a world map and several pages of text explanding on the topics introduced earlier. An attractive introduction to health and global awareness, this book will also serve as a useful resource for global units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book contains full-color photographs of children from around the world practicing healthy habits. The emphasis is on good food, clean water, safe homes, proper medical care, and family\/community support. The outstanding photographs are clean and crisp and set against vibrantly hued backgrounds. An introduction by Melinda Gates explains that while all children still do not have access to everything they need, progress is being made. An afterword details all the things needed to be a healthy child and offers suggestions for how youngsters can make a contribution to achieve a better world both in their own community and around the globe. 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Clocks throughout the book show the time in the USA and in China, noting that when it's daytime on one side of the world, it's nighttime on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes notes about the Chinese language, \u003cem\u003epinyin\u003c\/em\u003e (a system for pronouncing Chinese words), and telling time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/to-be-a-kid\" title=\"To Be a Kid\"\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/be-my-neighbor\" title=\"Be My Neighbor\"\u003eBe My Neighbor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/kindergarten-day-usa-china-spread-lores.jpg?18145707381207529817\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Photographer\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrish Marx, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrish Marx has written many nonfiction books, including \u003cem\u003eEverglades Forever: Restoring America's Great Wetland\u003c\/em\u003e (Lee \u0026amp; Low Books) and \u003cem\u003eJeanette Rankin: First Lady of Congress\u003c\/em\u003e (Margaret K. 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Senisi\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Ellen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBank Street College of Education's Best Children's Books of the Year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dos-a-dos photo-essay plays off the old saw, \"If you dig a hole deep enough, you'll reach China,\" to present a representative day in kindergarten classrooms in Schenectady, N.Y., and Beijing. A clock icon on each page shows the time, 12 hours apart, in each place. The American kindergarteners sing and read, draw, eat lunch, celebrate a classmate's birthday, enjoy recess and negotiate friendships. Turn the book over and start from the back to see the Chinese children doing the same, even down to the birthday celebration. The Chinese section introduces pinyin (Chinese written in the Roman alphabet) and Chinese characters (with notes that are occasionally too complex for the presumed kindergarten-age audience). A problem inherent in emphasizing the praiseworthy \"we're all really alike\" message is that cultural differences are elided (though the mealtime differences are strikingly evident). Still, a nifty introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn every page of this brightly-illustrated book, clear, colorful photos show kindergarten children at work and at play. Open the book one way and follow the day of an American school class in Schenectady, New York. Flip the book over and watch the same progression in a classroom in Beijing, China. Either way, a typical double-page spread includes one large photo and a smaller one, several lines of text commenting on the action, and a clock face showing the time of day. The parallel structure of the children's activities and the acknowledgement of common concerns underscore the experiences that the children share, while the differences, such as language and food, become apparent as well. Nicely designed for classroom sharing, this Global Fund for Children book offers opportunities for discussion that can broaden kids' awareness of the world beyond the boundaries of school, community, and country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBookDragon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's some flip-flop reading fun in honor of my little nephew's birthday today - which makes him old enough to start preK next month . [The shock, the shock! Time is whooshing by too quickly for sure!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"There is an old saying in the United States of America, 'If you dig a hole deep enough, you'll reach China,'\" begins this colorful story-in-photographs about two kindergarten classes, on two sides of the world, in exact opposite time zones (separated by 12 hours). The \"Flip-Me-Over\" presentation is perfect for this look at how kids in two very different countries go to school every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Zoller Elementary School in Schenectady, New York, the children are welcomed with big hugs. They eat, they draw, are told to eat their carrots during lunch, but get to celebrate a birthday with frosty cupcakes. They can use their \"loud voice\" at recess, but must remember to use their \"soft voice indoors.\" Problems sometime cause a few tears, but teachers are always around to make things better. And they learn to make friends while also learning \"how to BE a friend.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlip the book over, and as the American children go to bed, the kids in China are arriving at The Little Oak Children's House. The lao shi, or teacher, is also ready with hugs as the children arrive. The kids practice reading Chinese, while the lao shi also reads to them in English. They also make pictures, have lunch (with chopsticks), and eat cake in celebration of someone's sheng ri, or birthday. Sometimes sharing during playtime on the playground doesn't always happen, but the lao shi is there to help. Inside, sharing with peng you, or friends, makes for special times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a hand-colored clock in the right corner of each spread page, author Trish Marx cleverly marks the passing of the school day, on both sides of the world. Photographer Ellen Sinisi deftly catches the children in moments of constant motion, bringing to life their bustling activities, their celebrations, their occasional conflicts, and their many beaming smiles. Either way you flip the book, the kids everywhere are pretty much the same . laughing and crying, and everything in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf of this book narrates a day at a kindergarten in Schenectady, NY; when flipped, it details a day with Chinese children in Beijing. Although there are some differences between the two classes, the book focuses on illustrating their similarities. Both groups learn reading in their respective languages, draw pictures, eat lunch, celebrate a classmate's birthday, play outside, witness a disagreement mediated by a teacher, and enjoy friends. The minor differences mostly involve language and food, although American kids will be happy to see that the Chinese kindergarteners also eat birthday cake, albeit with chopsticks. At the end of each half, the class wonders what kids are like on the other side of the world. The Chinese section includes one Chinese word per page. Additionally, a text box on the first page explains pinyin transliteration. Large, bright photographs and a limited number of words per page make this a good choice for storytime. The focus on similarities between the kids doesn’t teach much about Chinese culture, but it does give a nice lesson on the universality of the kindergarten experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal - Curriculum Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilled with charismatic photos of students and staff, Kindergarten Day USA and China (Charlesbridge, 2010; K-Gr1), a \"Flip-Me-Over\" photo-essay by Trish Marx and Ellen B. Senisi, draws parallels between classrooms in Schenectady, NY and Beijing. Told from the children's point of view, the simple narration describes the highlights of a typical day. Clocks on each spread point out the 12-hour time difference between the two countries, showing that when American children are eating lunch, their counterparts are most likely sound asleep. The Beijing section introduces one Chinese word per page, and a note explains how Chinese can be written in pinyin (\"using the English alphabet to help people sound out the characters\"). This inviting book illustrates the universality of the kindergarten experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYellow Brick Road\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book has a lot to offer for older children as well, and should not be limited to the suggested age range. The flip-me-over book takes readers to visit a class in Schenectady, NY and then a class in Beijing, China. The learning and play activities are a rich source for observation and discussion of differences and likenesses. Marx and Senisi carefully included details that assist analysis, such as clocks so that readers become aware of the time in the USA and China, and that when it is daylight in one place it is dark in the other. The book includes notes about the Chinese language, pinyin (a system for pronouncing Chinese words) and telling time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Boston Globe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKindergarten Day USA and China’ shows a typical kindergarten day in the two countries. It gives insight into both lands, forward and back — literally, since the book switches halfway through and may be turned upside down, a gentle play on the fact that “the People’s Republic of China is about halfway around the world from the United States of America.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book begins in Schenectady, N.Y., at 9 a.m. (with a clock on each page reminding us it’s 12 hours later in China). Teachers and friends greet each other, and the school day moves forward with songs, reading, art, a trip outside, lunchtime, a birthday party, recess, and learning to tell time. At 3 p.m., school ends and it’s time to flip the book to China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Beijing, the lao shi, or teacher, greets her children with big hugs. They read books in Chinese and English, and the rest of the day is much the same as in New York, complete with birthday party, art, and recess. Ellen Senisi’s many bright colored photos, both large and small, bring the two worlds vividly to life, showing subtle differences and remarkable similarities. Books like this build important bridges; part of the proceeds go to the Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLest we take going to school for granted, one book reminds us that the right to learn can require a valiant struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklinks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo kindergarten classrooms filled with young children--seemingly worlds apart yet full of similarities--are the focus of this nicely designed Global Fund for Children book. Expressive photographs capture the Chinese and American children's range of emotions as they go through a school day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNC Teacher Stuff\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKindergarten Day USA and China is an excellent resource if you want to teach young readers the skill of contrasting two or more things. Two kindergarten classes in Beijing and Schenectady, New York share their day, hour-by-hour, to show the similarities and differences in how two cultures address this important first year. My favorite part of the book is the section on celebrating birthdays. Both classes sing Happy Birthday and eat a dessert, but the kindergarten class in Beijing adds an interesting twist. On their birthday, a child is asked by the lao shi (teacher), \"Tell us what you will learn to do, now that you are one year older.\" All of the children in the class begin to think about what they want to do, including reading longer words, riding bicycles, or learning how to tie their shoes. I think this is a great tradition. One of the most important themes that arises from reading this book is how much these two cultures have in common. On the great scale, this is sometimes forgotten in the heat of geopolitical battle. I would also use this book to teach young readers how to use graphic organizers. You can teach about sequence charts, Venn diagrams, etc. There are a lot of possibilities with this interesting book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking Glass Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThousands of miles separate China and the United States and there is a twelve-hour time difference between the two countries. When America children are going to school, Chinese students are fast asleep. Though these two countries are so different, there are many things that Chinese and American schoolchildren have in common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet us begin by visiting the classroom of a kindergarten class in Schenectady, New York. It is nine o’clock and the children are being greeted by their teacher. At ten o’clock the boys and girls practice their reading and then they go outside to draw pictures. They get their lunch in the lunchroom at noon and then they have a treat. One of the children is celebrating his birthday and he passes out cupcakes to his classmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter our visit with the American children is complete, we can flip the book and get to know some Chinese kindergarten students. Just like the children in the USA, the children in China are greeted by their teacher when they arrive at school. They too practice learning to read and have art class. At lunchtime they use chopsticks to eat instead of a fork and knife, and their food is very different from what the American children get in their lunchroom. Here too, in Beijing, a boy is celebrating his birthday and he shares a cake with his friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull of colorful photographs, and with information about language and customs in two different countries, this book shows to great effect that kindergarten children in two countries that are very different are actually a lot alike. Young readers will be surprised to see that a child who lives on the opposite side of the world has school experiences that are very familiar. Children are sure to enjoy learning the Chinese words that are incorporated into the narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKutztown Fall Book Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book tells the story of an average day in a Kindergarten class in New York. each page has a clock showing a different time of the day, starting at 9:00 am and going until 3:00 pm. Accompanying each cloack is a short paragraph and photograph describing what the Kindergarten students are goin at that time of day. When you flip the book over there is a similar story about Kindergarten students in Beijing, China. This book is a good teachign tool to use for comparing the cultures of China and the United States with young children. It also conects multiple curriculum subjects into one lesson. the clocks on each page teach time and mathematics, the short easy to read paragraphs help teach reading and the cultural comparisons, Chinese characters, and Mandarin words teach social studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/kindergarten-day-usa-china-cvr.jpg?18145707381207529817\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/kindergarten-day-usa-china-hires.zip?18145707381207529817\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaperback\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-220-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 4-6\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 48\u003cbr\u003e8 x 9\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":3346214593,"sku":"92209","price":3.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/kindergarten-day-usa-china-cover.jpg?v=1586796810"},{"product_id":"let-the-games-begin","title":"Let the Games Begin!","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Maya Ajmera\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/michael-regan\" title=\"Michael Regan\"\u003eMichael Regan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHey, sports fans. . .name your game! Let the Games Begin takes readers around the world to discover kids playing all kinds of games. It brings the action to life, focusing on young athletes playing hard and dreaming big. Basketball in Turkey and Columbia. Swimming in the U.S. and the Philippines. No matter what language kids speak, or where they are from, the universal appeal of playing and competing is evident. Short chapters highlight teamwork, sportsmanship, competition, and other elements of playing sports that connect players all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/come-out-and-play\" title=\"Come Out and Play\"\u003eCome Out and Play\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/soccer-counts-el-futbol-cuenta\" title=\"Soccer Counts\"\u003eSoccer Counts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/baseball-counting-book\" title=\"The Baseball Counting Book\"\u003eThe Baseball Counting Book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/let-the-games-begin-spread-lores.jpg?12711950901197396791\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the creator and spokesperson for \u003cem\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e and co-author of the global education guide, \u003cem\u003eRaising Children to Become Caring Contributors to the World\u003c\/em\u003e. Maya is the founder and executive director of SHAKTI for Children. In the January 1999 issue of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Maya was named among \"A new guard of non-profit leaders...that will shape the charity world in the next century.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Maya Ajmera\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - ENTER ILLUSTRATOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichael Regan, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael J. Regan is a writer and a leadership consultant who works with individuals and teams around the United States. He uses his experience as an athlete and a coach to help people reach their full potential in the workplace. Michael lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/michael-regan\" title=\"Michael Regan\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Michael.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eEarly Childhood News\u003c\/i\u003e Director's Choice Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing an introduction by former senator Bill Bradley, Ajmera and Regan elaborate on the philosophy of sport, addressing one aspect (practice, sportsmanship, teamwork, competition, rules) on each two-page spread. The text, which assumes a budding interest in sport participation, directly addresses the reader, in a tone that is friendly, reassuring, and encouraging. Each spread is illustrated by five photographs of children from around the world who are involved in a sport. Each also features a highlighted quote from a child, which offers insightful advice to the reader on navigating the ups and downs of participation. The title and the picture of a gymnast on the cover are a bit misleading in suggesting that the book concerns the Olympics, but, in fact, the authors have accessibly depicted sport as a fundamental, unifying human endeavor that reflects the ideals the Olympic games embody.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary Talk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an introduction by Olympic gold medallist and former Senator Bill Bradley, this book discusses sports around the world. Each two-page layout in the book features a quote from a child about sports. The spread also includes five photographs of children playing sports in various countries. Young American readers may not realize that in-line skating is popular in Australia or that people play cricket in India. This book does not give descriptions of each sport but discusses the reasons why kids play sports and what players can get out of sports, such as meeting friends and facing obstacles. This is a great book to show students that they have many things in common with other students around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/let-the-games-begin-cvr.jpg?12711950901197396791\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/let-the-games-begin-hires.zip?12711950901197396791\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardcover\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-0-88106-067-6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 5-8\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 32\u003cbr\u003e11 x 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":3346542849,"sku":"60676","price":3.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/let-the-games-begin-cover.jpg?v=1586797050"},{"product_id":"music-everywhere","title":"Music Everywhere!","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Maya Ajmera bio\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/elise-hofer-derstine\" title=\"Elise Hofer Derstine\"\u003eElise Hofer Derstine\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/cynthia-pon\" title=\"Cynthia Pon bio\"\u003eCynthia Pon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA joyous celebration of music!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs from around the world celebrate the universal joy that kids get from making music, whether they’re playing instruments, clapping their hands, stomping their feet, or singing. Music can help express one child’s feelings—or it can bring an entire community together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack matter includes a glossary, world map, instructions for making instruments, and other suggestions for bringing music into kids’ lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/kenyas-song\" title=\"Kenya's Song\"\u003eKenya's Song\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/little-pig-joins-the-band\" title=\"Little Pig Joins the Band\"\u003eLittle Pig Joins the Band\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/collections\/the-global-fund-for-children\" title=\"The Global Fund for Children\"\u003eOther books from The Global Fund for Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/music-everywhere-spread.jpg?11821844872799453492\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e \u003cscript src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-shape=\"round\" defer async=\"\" type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the creator and spokesperson for \u003cem\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e and co-author of the global education guide, \u003cem\u003eRaising Children to Become Caring Contributors to the World\u003c\/em\u003e. Maya is the founder and executive director of SHAKTI for Children. In the January 1999 issue of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Maya was named among \"A new guard of non-profit leaders...that will shape the charity world in the next century.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Maya Ajmera bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElise Hofer Derstine, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElise Hofer Derstine is a writer and farmer. She lives in Goshen, Indiana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/elise-hofer-derstine\" title=\"Elise Hofer Derstine bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Elise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCynthia Pon, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCynthia Pon is the director of Global Fund for Children Books. She is the co-author of \u003cem\u003eChildren of the U.S.A.\u003c\/em\u003e She lives in Washington, D.C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/cynthia-pon\" title=\"Cynthia Pon bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Cynthia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNCSS\/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelaware Diamonds Reading List\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"We love music!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the tradition of previous photo essays such as \u003cem\u003eFaith\u003c\/em\u003e (2009), \u003cem\u003eOur Grandparents\u003c\/em\u003e (2010) and \u003cem\u003eWhat We Wear\u003c\/em\u003e (2012), Ajmera and her co-authors have here assembled a collection of charming photographs showing children enjoying music in 35 countries around the world. Some play instruments, like the Venezuelan girl practicing her violin on the title page. Others clap, dance, sing along and listen. On the Cook Islands, a girl with a flower crown blows a conch shell for a festival. In Scotland, a very young bagpiper marches at the Highland Games. Novice Buddhists blow long horns in a temple in Bhutan, and young Indonesians play together in a gamelan orchestra. Some are proud performers, others rapt in concentration; their enjoyment is evident. The selection of images is wide-ranging, and the underlying message, inclusive. On each spread, well-chosen and crisply reproduced photographs that vary in size are set against solid, colored backgrounds with a single sentence of text and identifying captions. The variety of musical instruments, traditional and improvised, will gladden the hearts of teachers and those who want to encourage their children's appreciation for music. The backmatter includes a map, glossary and suggestions for readers' own music-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA medley perfectly tuned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis latest offering from the Global Fund for Children (\u003cem\u003eWhat We Wear\u003c\/em\u003e, BCCB 3\/12) celebrates music from around the world through vivid color photographs, a simple narrative line, and detailed captions. Musical topics include ways to use your body, (\"We clap our hands and stomp our feet\"), techniques (\"We blow and whistle, pluck and strum\"), and possible venues (at home, at the beach, at school). Of note is the diverse interpretation of music, where classically trained Venezuelan violin students are pictured a page away from Togolese kids banging rhythmically on the back of a chair; just as all-encompassing is the geographic reach of the photoessay, which touches on six continents and a variety of locales, from a U.S. community center to a West Bank camp for Palestinian refugees. Far more factual information is delivered in the photo captions than in the story itself; each description identifies what is happening in the photo and where the photo is taken. This bifurcated text makes a somewhat fragmented readaloud, but this is likely to get far more use as a browsing book, and children will love poring over the photographs of international music-makers. A two-page map of the world identifies featured countries and reiterates the equitable distribution of the book's focus; additional supplemental materials include several pages of ideas on how to enjoy music and a glossary of terms from the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely picture book from the Global Fund for Children shows children from around the world enjoying music. An interesting variety of instruments are on display, some of which are familiar, such as the violin, while others are indigenous to a country, such as the qeej from Laos. The children's faces are quite expressive and filled with joy, and younger readers will enjoy poring over these appealing images. Short captions printed on each photo include the country of origin. At the end, readers will find a world map, which highlights the countries mentioned. The title also contains a glossary and a section suggesting how readers can make their own musical instruments as well as additional ways to enjoy music. A suitable purchase for most children's libraries, this book would work well for a \"beginning facts\" section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren around the world speak different languages and come from diverse backgrounds, but most of them share an understanding of the power of music. Three authors collaborate here to present joyful, colorful, photographs of children from various countries, dancing, singing, and playing instruments. From the breathless image of a young Jewish boy in Israel blowing the shofar, to a powerful choir of American children singing gospel, beginning readers will learn that music is a universal language that \"brings people together,\" and exists regardless of the cultural specifics. The subtext here is a strong one: the very placement of the photos upon the page (Chinese yuequin players alongside a tyke bagpiper from Scotland) paints a succinct picture of our world as a global family. And the music doesn't stop when the story ends; back matter includes a collection of music activities and ideas for the whole family to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book Guide\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title conveys this book's straightforward message: music is a universal pleasure, everywhere from Canada to Timor-Leste. Proof is demonstrated by a simple yet energetic running text and large photos of children exuberantly making and enjoying music worldwide. Direct captions impart information uncondescendingly: \"Playing a traditional Andean zampona. PERU.\" A world map and suggestions for homemade musical instruments are included. 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Vibrant photos and engaging text depict children in many countries as they live, eat, play, work, and learn with members of their families in this celebration of diversity and of the human family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/to-be-a-kid\" title=\"To Be a Kid\"\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/be-my-neighbor\" title=\"Be My Neighbor\"\u003eBe My Neighbor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/my-family-spread-lores.jpg?17661667361657285538\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheila Kinkade, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheila Kinkade's travels as a writer specializing in international development have taken her from the islands of Indonesia to the northern tip of Thailand, from Eastern Europe to Southern Africa. Deeply committed to furthering global understanding of our world as a common home, Sheila is the author of three nonfiction children's books--\u003cem\u003eMy Family\u003c\/em\u003e,\u003cem\u003e Children of Slovakia\u003c\/em\u003e (Carolrhoda Books, 2000), and \u003cem\u003eChildren of the Philippines\u003c\/em\u003e (Carolrhoda Books, 1996). Each of these titles introduces young readers in the United States to the traditions and lifestyles of their peers in other countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/sheila-kinkade\" title=\"Sheila Kinkade\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Sheila.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - ENTER ILLUSTRATOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElaine Little, photographer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotojournalist Elaine Little collaborated with Sheila Kinkade on \u003cem\u003eChildren of the Philippines\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eChildren of Slovakia\u003c\/em\u003e. She has also contributed photographs to \u003cem\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eExtraordinary Girls\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/elaine-little\" title=\"Elaine Little\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Elaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBank Street College of Education's Best Children's Books of the Year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a lively celebration of families in all their diversity and connections, this full-color photo-essay shows loving familes across the world having fun together, eating, working, praying, teaching and learning, playing, and more. On each spacious double-page spread, photos of several smiling families are shown side by side, labeled simply with the name of the country in which they live -- Bangladesh, Slovakia, Philippines, Jordan, Portugal, Kenya, Israel, the U.S. The beautiful front cover photo shows an interracial family in the U.S.; the back cover is a shot of a father and daughter on a beach in Brazil. There are lots of hugs, kisses, and smiles in homes that range from rich to poor, and the families are single-parent, extended, and adoptive (no same-sex parents). A few of the kids pictured are disabled. A final big, clear map shows the many countries where the photos were taken -- the global unity of the human family. A portion of the royalties go to SHAKTI, a program of the Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurriculum Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppealing full-color photographs and amiable text introduce families across the world, highlight their similarities and differences, and portray the many ways that relatives express their love. Although the pages present a colorful kaleidoscope of places, clothing, and lifestyles, readers will soon realize that all people are very much alike. Use this for lessons on diversity, family life, and our global community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeslie Robert Clingan, Moye Elementary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy Family is a book that is as applicable to the pre-kinder curriculum and students as to a unit on culture for fifth grade social studies students. The text is presented in two formats; first in a simple summarizing statement in large type that threads across two or three pages and weaves around Elaine Little's beautiful color photographs. Then on every two-page spread, a paragraph of information further supports the summarizing statement with examples of the different kinds of families, the kinds of homes families share, and the activities families participate in around the world. The text describes the universal symbols of familial love like hugs and kisses but goes on to explain that love can also be expressed through activities like play, eating, listening to and learning from one another. Finally, a connection is made between each individual family and the family of man, and that all are responsible for making the world a better place for all its family members. A world map at the end of the book illustrates the countries represented in the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/my-family-cvr.jpg?17661667361657285538\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/my-family-hires.zip?17661667361657285538\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaperback\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-57091-691-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 4-7\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 32\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":3348088577,"sku":"16915","price":3.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/my-family-cover.jpg?v=1586799052"},{"product_id":"our-grandparents","title":"Our Grandparents","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eOur Grandparents\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eA Global Album\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\" title=\"The Global Fund for Children\"\u003eThe Global Fund For Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrandpa, Bibi, Yeye and Grann . . .\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking album captures the intergenerational relationships between children and grandparents around the world. The brief text and striking photographs bring their joy and affection into focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes a touching foreword by Archbishop Desmond Tutu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book helps support The Global Fund for Children's grantmaking toward community-based projects benefiting children around the world.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/collections\/the-global-fund-for-children\" title=\"The Global Fund for Children\"\u003eOther books from The Global Fund for Children\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/how-long-is-forever?\"\u003eHow Long Is Forever?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[TABS]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/our-grandparents-spread-lores.jpg?16309519880186099708\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e \u003cscript src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-shape=\"round\" defer async=\"\" type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal Fund For Children\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Global Fund for Children develops innovative titles that help young readers expand their appreciation of the multicultural world in which they live. Each book depicts positive images of children, promotes multiculturalism, and integrates the children's perspective into the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\" title=\"The Global Fund for Children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNCSS\/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePennsylvania Center for the Book Baker's Dozen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurriculum Connections - School Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs have the power to transport us to another time or place and can provide glimpses into others’ lives. They offer gestures and expressions to contemplate, unfamiliar settings to explore, and stories waiting to be told.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn classrooms, photo-essays with a multicultural focus present opportunities to initiate conversations about different countries and peoples and challenge students to consider experiences and relationships that are personal and universal. These recent photo-essays published for children focus on family and shared experiences, and offer a peek into cultures far from home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePictures of mothers from around the world holding infants and children in their arms, on their backs, and in their laps; comforting them; bringing them to school; and helping them with homework illustrate Marla Stewart Konrad’s Mom and Me (Tundra, 2009; PreS-Gr 2). Large, colorful photographs present both urban and rural scenes of parents helping children, and children helping parents carry water, weave, and feed livestock. Ask your students to identify the different activities they see children engaged in with their mothers in these inviting images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera, Sheila Kinkade, and Cynthia Pon detail another relationship that knows no borders in Our Grandparents (Charlesbridge, Feb. 2010; PreS-Gr 2). In this photo-essay, dozens of striking pictures of older adults playing, reading, listening, and exploring with their grandchildren in places as diverse as Greenland and Japan and Pakistan and Cuba illuminate this special bond. Labels on the photos and a simple map identify the countries where the scenes were snapped. Konrad’s Grand, to be published in April, 2010 (Tundra), offers additional images remarkable for their detail and diversity. From both books, readers will glean information about the homes, treats enjoyed, and leisure activities of the people photographed. Ask readers to point out some familiar and unfamiliar foods or styles of dress they see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreword, Archbishop Desmond Tutu states the overall theme of the book - grandparents receive the gift of seeing the world, once again, through the eyes of children and have a responsibility to teach their grandchildren \"Love. Compassion. Integrity. Perseverance.\" Clear, colorful photographs show the two generations engaged in a variety of activities and invite careful observation. The pictures are clearly labeled with the name of the families' countries and highlight common threads, e.g., \"listening,\" in Tibet, India, Mexico, and USA. Spare text defines the actions represented. The book concludes with \"Five Things to Do with Your Grandparents.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the foreward to this attractive photo collection of grandparents and their grandchildren, Bishop Desmond Tutu states: \"We make sure that the wisdom of our ancestors is passed on to the next generation.\" Written in the voice of today's grandchildren, the simple sentences that form the body of the text accompany engaging photographs of the world's children sharing stories, celebrating holidays, feeling happy, safe and loved, and learning from one another. Sometimes wearing traditional clothing, sometimes dressed in contemporary wear, kids and their grandparents from Peru, China, the United States, Russia, Morocco, Kenya, Yemen and other countries smile out from the photographs. A few look serious, as a child points out something on the computer to a Japanese grandparent and a Pakistani grandparent reads a picture book to his young grandson. Some proceeds go to The Global Fund for Children, but the real contribution will be to further the relationships of the young and young-at-heart viewers of this book. Translations of \"Grandma\" and \"Grandpa\" in different languages and a map reinforce the international breadth of this charmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWashington Parent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrandparents and grandchildren the world over play, hug, listen and learn in this beautifully photographed picture book. The text is minimal, with the focus on the images of the oldest and youngest members of an extended family. Each double-page spread introduces something that grandparents and grandchildren do together, with the accompanying photos offering various cultural interpretations of that activity. For example, \"Grandparents explore the world with us,\" includes photos of grandfathers and grandchildren examining a computer in Japan, riding a sled in Greenland and exclaiming over a large lizard in the United States. The message of this book is heartfelt and important: Though different in appearance and native country, we all are united in love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful photographs accompany this book's statements about familial interactions common around the globe, such as \"grandparents explore the world with us.\" Words such as love, listen, play, and celebrate are highlighted in vivid colors, encouraging recognition and participation during subsequent read-alouds. A map labeling the featured countries and the different words for \"grands\" enrich the exploration too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForeWord Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether it's Opa and Oma in Germany or Ojiichan and Obaachan in Japan, all of our grandparents are alike: they love us, they explore the world with us, they tell us stories, and more. In this book, dozens of children are pictured with their grandparents in playful, celebratory, traditional, and educational settings. Regardless of race or creed, children will relate to all of these families, from those sledding in Greenland to those lighting a menorah in the United Kingdom. Not only will this book foster an appreciation of other cultures, but it will also teach children about the special role grandparents play in our lives. At the end of the book, there are suggestions of \"Five Things to Do with Your Grandparents,\" from recording memories to planning an adventure. Additionally, a foreword by Archbishop Desmond Tutu highlights, from personal experience, the roles and responsibilities of grandparents, and their ability to shape the lives and minds of their grandchildren. For ages nine to twelve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiami Family Magazine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing vibrant photos of grandparents with grandchildren, often in pairs, from more than 30 countries, with an additional dozen or more profiling varied cultural realities in the USA, this affectionate book demonstrates the joy and respect experienced across generations. Using multiple languages, the words for grandmother and grandfather are highlighted between the title page and Tutu's Foreword.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, this book is both supported by and, with its sales, supports the work of the Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization \"committed to advancing the dignity of children and youth around the world, by teaching the value of diversity.\" Also, backmatter includes a world map, identifying the countries represented in the photos, and a couple of pages of Things to Dotogether. A variety of skin tones, assorted backgrounds in the photos, as well as captivating activities, or simply the involvement in being present to each other, are all further demonstration of active language used in the text to engage readers. As one moves through this charming book, one can be compelled to remember one's own grandparents and the enchantment of those experiences, or be energized to launch a similar opportunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary Media Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Grandchildren are a wonderful gift,\" Desmond Tutu begins in the foreward to this book. As grandchildren bring a joy and energy to the world of their elders, so do their grandparents bring experience, guidance and love into a child's young life. It is the latter that this picture book celebrates. The text is spare. After a two-page photographic guide to the many names by which grandparents are known throughout the world, the book's double-page layout contains photographs of grandparents and grandchildren, each accompanied by a single sentence about the special relationship between them. Over two dozen cultures are represented, although the USA is the only one making multiple appearances. The final pages are given over to a double-page map colorfully identifying the countries from which the photographs have come and suggestions of \"Five Things to Do with Your Grandparents.\" This is a very nice tribute to share with grandchildren of a very young age and grandparents of, well, somewhat greater maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/our-grandparents-cvr.jpg?16309519880186099708\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/our-grandparents-hires.zip?16309519880186099708\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardcover\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-57091-458-4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 4-7\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 32\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[\/TABS]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":3348241473,"sku":"14584","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/our-grandparents-cover.jpg?v=1586800711"},{"product_id":"to-be-an-artist","title":"To Be an Artist","description":"\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Maya Ajmera bio\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/john-ivanko\" title=\"John Ivanko bio\"\u003eJohn D. Ivanko\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren around the world express themselves through art, be it music, dance, visual arts, or theater. Beautiful photographs and lyrical text highlight the many ways art can bring us together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA portion of the proceeds help support community-based projects benefiting children around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/come-look-with-me-the-artist-at-work\" title=\"The Artist at Work\"\u003eThe Artist at Work\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/vinnie-and-abraham\" title=\"Vinnie and Abraham\"\u003eVinnie and Abraham\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/to-be-an-artist-spread-lores.jpg?1014559505261701557\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the creator and spokesperson for Children from \u003cem\u003eAustralia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e and co-author of the global education guide, \u003cem\u003eRaising Children to Become Caring Contributors to the World\u003c\/em\u003e. Maya is the founder and executive director of SHAKTI for Children. In the January 1999 issue of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Maya was named among \"A new guard of non-profit leaders...that will shape the charity world in the next century.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Maya Ajmera bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn D. Ivanko, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn D. Ivanko is an award-winning photographer and author, writer, national speaker, and conservationist who has done a fair bit of globetrotting. In 1992 John jumped off the corporate treadmill at an advertising agency to journey around the world on what has become known as his \"quest for understanding.\" One year and 29 countries later, he returned to the United States with over 15,000 photographic images and stirring accounts of his journey. He never set foot in a cubicle again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/john-ivanko\" title=\"John Ivanko bio\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about John.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBook Sense Children's Picks List\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eEarly Childhood NEWS\u003c\/i\u003e Directors' Choice Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNCSS\/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCCBC Choices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo Be an Artist\u003c\/em\u003e by Maya Ajmera and John Ivanko explores what it can mean to be an artist and the ways that children around the globe express themselves through art, including drawing, making music, dancing and acting. Photos of children from dozens of nations accompany the motivational text, which addresses readers directly: \"Dressing up, making sandcastles, taking a photograph… these are all ways you can show your creativity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow do we define art? This photographic introduction explains, \"Art can be just about anything.\" The vibrant snapshots show young artists from a wide variety of countries expressing themselves in universal ways: drawing, singing, dancing, playing musical instruments, writing, acting, sculpture, and making crafts. The narrative introduces the various activities, but the photographs tell the greater story. The double-page spread on drumming, for instance, shows five young drummers from Indonesia, Mauritania, the U.S., India, and Jamaica. The pictures are clear, and few of the children appear posed. This engaging global view of young artists is an excellent supplement for social studies units and an inspiring springboard for arts programs. An appended map shows the location of the countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the authors' \u003cem\u003eBack to School\u003c\/em\u003e (2001) and \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/em\u003e (1999, both Charlesbridge), this title is part of the SHAKTI for Children project, a nonprofit group dedicated to \"teaching children to value diversity and to grow into productive, caring citizens of the world.\" Eye-catching spreads feature vivid photographs of youngsters from many different countries engaged in a variety of art forms, including dancing, singing, writing, and painting. The bold text introduces each discipline and is supported with more extensive descriptions of the individual endeavors and the nature of artistic expression in general. Bright, colorful backgrounds highlight the assortment of photos, and the open layout helps to pull the information together. This vibrant book pulsates with the energy and sense of accomplishment that accompanies participation in the arts. Within its pages, readers will find the inspiration to create, as well as the stimulation that comes from seeing reflections of the lives and creative works of other youngsters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Sense Children's Picks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn these active, bright photos from around the world, we see chidren engaged intheart of dance, painting, acting, music, and writing. While celebrating the arts, we celebrate the diversity and wonder of the world's children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-- Diane Betz, Butterfly Books, De Pere, WI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal's Curriculum Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColorfully framed, lively photos depict children of all ages from around the world painting, playing instruments, singing, writing, dancing, and acting while a simply written text explores the inherent satisfaction of creative endeavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCCBC Choices 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs of children from all over the world engaged in a wide range of artistic endeavors work in conjunction with a multilayered text to explore many ways of being an artist. the large, boldface type on each page spread offers a broad statement about one way of being an artist (\"To be an artist means making music--playing drums of all shapes and sizes...or blowing on horns and flutes...\"). Text in a smaller font on each page expands on that type of art, offering more information on music, dancing, drawing, painting, theater, and more. The photographs serve to underscore the many variations for each type of artistry: drums look different from one nation to another, for example, as do traditional dances. But they also emphasize the joy that art in its many forms brings to children regardless of where they live, as well as the need to express human creativity shared by all cultures. While it would have been helpful to label the locales in each photograph by more than just country name (so as not to imply there is no variation within each nation), the lack of greater specificity is a small oversight. (Ages 4-8)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary Media Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bright colors and photographs in this book make it very appealing. It defines art and shows different ways in which individuals express their artisitic ability. It also shows children from all over the world using their creative talents in many unique and special ways. The pictures show a young boy painting eggs in the Ukraine, young girls dancing in Cuba, and a young boy sewing in the United States. The overall theme of this book is one of celebration. It is the celebration of being able to express feelings and our thoughts through art. By using art to communicate, people are able to speak the same language in many different ways. Both the text and the pictures support this theme. The use of many different cultures shows readers that despite outward differences, we are still very much alike in our desire to share who we are and how we see the outside world with others. The colorful photographs of children from all around the world, and the map at the end of the book combine to make it a lesson in geography also. It is a celebration of who we are, and how easy it is to share with others the art we create in many different forms. 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It is sure to be a favorite, the pages to be turned again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"To Be an Artist\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/to-be-an-artist\"\u003eTo Be an Artist\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=global+fund+for+children\"\u003eBooks from the Global Fund for Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/products\/join-hands\" title=\"Join Hands\"\u003eJoin Hands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/to-be-a-kid-spread-lores.jpg?4677989350721048097\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the creator and spokesperson for Children from \u003cem\u003eAustralia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e and co-author of the global education guide, \u003cem\u003eRaising Children to Become Caring Contributors to the World\u003c\/em\u003e. Maya is the founder and executive director of SHAKTI for Children. In the January 1999 issue of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Maya was named among \"A new guard of non-profit leaders...that will shape the charity world in the next century.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/contributorinfo.cfm?ContribID=15\" class=\"btn-small\"\u003eRead more about Maya\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - ENTER ILLUSTRATOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn D. Ivanko, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn D. Ivanko is an award-winning photographer and author, writer, national speaker, and conservationist who has done a fair bit of globetrotting. In 1992 John jumped off the corporate treadmill at an advertising agency to journey around the world on what has become known as his \"quest for understanding.\" One year and 29 countries later, he returned to the United States with over 15,000 photographic images and stirring accounts of his journey. He never set foot in a cubicle again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/contributorinfo.cfm?ContribID=16\" class=\"btn-small\"\u003eRead more about John\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eEarly Childhood News\u003c\/i\u003e Directors' Choice Award\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids' Pick of the Lists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNCSS\/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNational Parenting Center's Seal of Approval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarking directly back to Edward Steichen's classic \u003cem\u003eFamily of Man\u003c\/em\u003e (1955,1983) in design and tone, this portfolio of full-color photographs captures children around the world joyfully engaging in common pursuits. The photos, captioned only by their countries of origin, are grouped thematically, linked by a few words of text--\"To be a kid means playing ball…running races…or playing a board game\"--and depict clean, well-kept young people busy, for the most part, with shared activities. A follow-up essay reinforces the message that the lives, needs, and goals of children the world over are very similar, though the details may differ. Without descriptive notes, many of those details may be lost on viewers, but the theme is a worthwhile one, appealingly presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis earnest, engaging, and enriching photo essay, introduced by Chris and Martin Kratt of PBS fame, celebrates the universality of childhood around the world. Children from Botswana to Canada to Ecuador share the commonality of families, school, play, creativity, animals, and friends. The well-chosen photos unite these themes through clever use of similarities in color and composition. The photo spread on street play shows one big game, with children from India, Cuba, Mexico, and Antigua. Whether in Mongolia or Haiti, kids beam with tender pride as they care for animals. Also special are the scenes that include a sense of place: white-peaked Alps looming over an Austrian playground or a tall palm tree being climbed by boys in Belize. The beautiful, simple, and resonant words and pictures are full of heart and spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort, simple text names the basic needs and activities of kids everywhere: being carried by a caregiver, playing ball, caring for animals. 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At the end of the book there is a message that includes advanced language, which an adult or teacher may have to read to the children. This would be a reliable book to include in any home or classroom to expose children to the diversities and similarities of people all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrough The Looking Glass Children's Book Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren are often in such a hurry to grow up. They want to know what it is like to be an adult, they want the freedoms that they imagine adults have. What they don't realize is that being a kid is an \"amazing adventure,\" and that their childhood is a precious time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you [are] a kid there are so many wonderful things that you can enjoy. It does not matter if you live in England or India, Kenya or Sweden. It does not matter what language you speak, or which religion you follow. There are certain things that are universal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor all children childhood is a time when you can be \"carried by those who love you,\" which is not something that adults can enjoy, alas. It is a time when the joys of summer are richer, and when marching in a parade is a grand adventure. Being a kid, no matter where you live on this planet, means that you can play with a ball or run races. It is a time of great creativity, when you can make music and create beautiful pictures. Best of all, \"goofing off\" and \"acting silly\" are things that children understand better than anyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this very special book, simple yet powerful words are paired with gorgeous photos that capture everyday moments in the lives of children who live all over the world. 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What we wear expresses our individuality, and clothes can make us happy, confident, and proud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether it’s a piper in a tartan plaid, a cowpoke in a cowboy hat, or a novice in ceremonial face paint, children everywhere wear different clothes and accessories for different reasons. But, one thing they all have in common is that they are all unique and beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a celebration of clothing in bright, beautiful photographs of exuberant children from around the world, \u003cem\u003eWhat We Wear: Dressing Up Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e inspires young readers to explore the way clothing makes them feel and how it tells the world who they are. Backmatter encourages young readers to explore the way people dress in other countries and other cultures at folk festivals, at museums, and at home by asking about their own family heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/collections\/the-global-fund-for-children\" title=\"The Global Fund for Children\"\u003eMore books from The Global Fund for Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/what-we-wear-spread-lores.jpg?15123753656522097448\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the creator and spokesperson for \u003cem\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe: A Photographic Journey Around the World\u003c\/em\u003e and co-author of the global education guide, \u003cem\u003eRaising Children to Become Caring Contributors to the World\u003c\/em\u003e. Maya is the founder and executive director of SHAKTI for Children. In the January 1999 issue of The Chronicle of Philanthropy, Maya was named among \"A new guard of non-profit leaders...that will shape the charity world in the next century.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\" title=\"Maya Ajmera\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Maya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElise Hofer Derstine, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElise Hofer Derstine is a writer and farmer. She lives in Goshen, Indiana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/elise-hofer-derstine\" title=\"Elise Hofer Derstine\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Elise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCynthia Pon, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCynthia Pon is the director of Global Fund for Children Books. She is the co-author of \u003cem\u003eChildren of the U.S.A.\u003c\/em\u003e She lives in Washington, D.C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/cynthia-pon\" title=\"Cynthia Pon\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Cynthia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlobal Fund For Children\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Global Fund for Children develops innovative titles that help young readers expand their appreciation of the multicultural world in which they live. Each book depicts positive images of children, promotes multiculturalism, and integrates the children's perspective into the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\" title=\"The Global Fund for Children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, uplifting photographs show children from different countries dressed in traditional clothing from each culture. Captions suggest context for the images; \"Dressing up means celebrating who we are. . . and what we believe,\" reads one. A smiling child from Papua New Guinea wears a feathered crown and necklace, while two children from Ethiopia are adorned with decorative beads and shells. Another spread shows children from Japan, the United Kingdom, the U.S., and Malawi dressed in sports uniforms. Although the book doesn't include any specific information or details about the apparel featured, end pages suggest ways for readers to discover more about clothing worn around the world, both in the past and in the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simple text of this resplendent homage to our common humanity emphasizes global similarities, with one broad, feel-good statement per page, such as \"Dressing up means celebrating who we are....\" The narrative is accompanied by vibrant color photos of beaming children engaging in a variety of activities, from the mundane to the unique, dressed proudly in their traditional attire. Each photo is labeled with the country of origin, and a world map at the end highlights all of the nations featured. End materials include age-appropriate suggestions for further cultural exploration, feasible for both classroom and home use. This joyous follow-up to Our Grandparents (Charlesbridge, 2010) should be included in all preschool and elementary collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrating global clothing and costumes, this book offers a collection of crisp, color photographs showing children dressed in widely varied ways for school, sports, play, and celebrations. The country of origin appears in a corner of each picture. A large -print text runs throughout the book, threading together the loosely organized pictures into a narrative with phrases such as, \"We wear all the colors of the rainbow...\/and paint our faces, and wear masks.\" Illustrating that one sentence are photos on double-page spreads, showing children in Ukraine, Ecuador, Iran, Brazil, Martinique, Canada, and the Philippines. The composition and clarity of the photos make these fine pictures, while the children's faces make them riveting. An appended section, titled \"Discover Different Cultures,\" encourages readers to visit folk festivals, explore museums exhibiting clothing, and learn about the family origins, as well as how masks and costumes are made. An excellent addition to preschool and primary multicultural units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis new entry in the Global Fund for Children series provides a simple, celebratory narrative about children's clothing and dress alongside vivid color photographs of children from around the world. Offering three or four pictures per spread, the book notes dress for occasions ordinary (school uniforms, sports uniforms) and special (festivals, religious events, celebrations,) with captions under each photograph identifying the relevant country. This is basically a list, and there's no additional information about the context of the photograph (not even identification of what sport the children are playing or what holiday they are celebrating), severely impairing the title's utility. The vibrant photographs of children bedecked, bejeweled and even at times bemasked are nonetheless engaging, and they could prompt conversational speculation or additional research to explore the pictured activity further. End matter offers ideas for learning more about international clothing and a suggestion for kids to play \"let's pretend\" with their own masks and costumes. Flaws aside, this is an appealing celebration of children around the world that will draw browsers and could elicit from thoughtful discussion. A map identifying the covered countries is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary Media Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften young children do not grasp the concept of diversity among world cultures. However, this brightly colored book utilizes large, full-color photographs to convey the message of celebration, religion, and cultural differences. Text is short and descriptive, photos tell the bigger picture. A world map is included to show all the areas the featured children come from. More comprehensive text describes festivities and origins of the clothing worn. The book also encourages readers to learn about their own heritage. Published in conjunction with The Global Fund for Children, part of the proceeds from book sales will be donated to support the fund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/what-we-wear-cvr.jpg?15123753656522097448\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/what-we-wear-hires.zip?15123753656522097448\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaperback\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-417-3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 4-7\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 32\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":3352179393,"sku":"94173","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/what-we-wear-cover.jpg?v=1586807111"},{"product_id":"back-to-school","title":"Back to School","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBack to School\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Global Journey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/pages\/john-ivanko\"\u003eJohn D. 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Redesigned and reissued for a new generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/charlesbridge.com\/collections\/ages-6-10\/products\/children-from-australia-to-zimbabwe\"\u003eChildren From Australia to Zimbabwe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/products\/extraordinary-girls\"\u003eExtraordinary Girls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"cvr-border-gray\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/back-to-school-spread.jpg?15960635337952828369\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e \u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, co-author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ajmera is the founder of the Global Fund for Children and the co-author of several Global Fund for Children books, including \u003cem\u003eFaith, Global Babies, Children of the U.S.A., \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eChildren from Australia to Zimbabwe.\u003c\/em\u003e Maya is the president and CEO of Society for Science and the Public and the publisher of \u003cem\u003eScience News.\u003c\/em\u003e She lives in Washington, D.C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn D. 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With Maya Ajmera, he's co-authored the award-winning \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid, Be My Neighbor, To Be an Artist, Animal Friends,\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eCome Out and Play.\u003c\/em\u003e John lives in Browntown, Wisconsin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNCSS\/CBC Notable Social Studies Book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the globe, schools and the children that attend them are similar and different in so many ways. Organized by simple statements regarding what, where, and how children study, the book offers photos featuring a wide range of children, from Indigenous children in Brazil to children of multiple races in the United States. Although the pictures and their clear, informative captions are grouped according to commonalities, they also accurately represent how class, culture, and faith influence everything from school uniforms to what it means to be a good citizen. The final pages contain longer, more detailed text that caregivers can use to supplement the facts that are already presented in the book. The book's illustrations are carefully curated to represent a wide range of regions, faiths, and skin colors, all within an age range that seems to be middle elementary. Laudably, the children pictured in the photos span economic strata as well as geography: The book shows children of different class levels studying in the global south as well as more developed countries. It is refreshing to see images of students studying in a night school in India and a UNESCO-funded school in Rwanda juxtaposed with photographs of what appear to be private school students in India and South Africa. This edition updates a 2001 volume of the same name with a preponderance of new photos, a colorful design, lightly massaged text, and an expanded trim size.This simple, informative photo essay realistically portrays children's experiences of schooling around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Back to School book cover\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/back-to-school-2019-cvr_medium.jpg?8207632752994678091\" style=\"display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/back-to-school-2019-hires.zip?441\" class=\"product-btn\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardcover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-837-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaperback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-58089-840-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAges: 4-8\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 32\u003cbr\u003e11 x 8 \u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e\/\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":15386134413391,"sku":"98379","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":15386151551055,"sku":"98409","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/back-to-school-cover.jpg?v=1586785331"},{"product_id":"global-baby-playtime","title":"Global Baby Playtime","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBabies everywhere love to play! 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Time to play, global babies!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach page features adorable photos from babies all around the world, making for the perfect baby-shower gift or first bedtime read for the toddler in your life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these: \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-global-fund-for-children\"\u003eThe Global Fund for Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-playtime-spread.jpg?v=1620064974\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" class=\"cvr-border-gray\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e \u003cscript src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-shape=\"round\" defer async=\"\" type=\"text\/javascript\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium-cover\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-playtime-cover.jpg?v=1620064974\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"product-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-playtime-cover-hires.jpg.zip?v=1620064974\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaya Ajmera, author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaya Ajmera is the chief executive officer and president of the Society for Science and the Public as well as publisher of its award-winning magazine, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eScience News\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. She is also the founder of Global Fund for Children, one of the largest networks of grassroots organizations working on behalf of vulnerable children. Maya is the author of the beloved Global Babies series and the co-author of more than fifteen books, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhat We Wear\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eFaith\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eBack to School\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eCome Out and Play\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eRead more \u003c\/a\u003eabout Maya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - ENTER ILLUSTRATOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComing soon!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies at play are featured in this journey around the world. This new addition to the popular Global Babies series of board books features engaging photos and simple text geared to grab baby’s attention. With a playtime theme throughout, each captivating photo features a child having fun, interacting with their environment or with a favorite recognizable toy. From a baby with a soccer ball in South Korea to tots sharing a puzzle in India, the subjects reflect diverse cultures and ethnicities from all over the globe as well as a wide variety of activities. The name of the country where the photo was snapped is featured prominently on the page in colorful bold text, though save for Peru, locales are not obvious from the pictures. Each double-page spread reproduces one photo within a colorful frame with the opposite photo taking up the entire page. Simple rhythmic phrases are interspersed for gentle, lighthearted reading. For the youngest readers, seeing the faces of other babies will stimulate their social curiosity and interest, and caregivers will have many opportunities to point out details in the photos. The book encourages readers to “learn about the world” and tells them “it’s time to play!” Babies everywhere love to play, and the very youngest readers will find worlds of fun in this book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e978-1-62354-298-6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 0-3\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 16\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Board Book","offer_id":39363055517775,"sku":"42986","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/products\/global-baby-playtime-cover.jpg?v=1620763160"},{"product_id":"global-babies-boxed-set","title":"Global Babies Boxed Set","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eThe Global Fund for Children\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eBabies everywhere love to read!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBabies around the world dress, play, and go to sleep in different ways. But wherever they live, they are loved. Grown-ups and babies alike will delight in this joyful celebration of our global heritage. Time to read, babies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes \u003cem\u003eGlobal Babies, Global Baby Bedtimes, \u003c\/em\u003eand\u003cem\u003e Global Baby Playtime\u003c\/em\u003e and a \"Good night, global babies!\" poster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach book features adorable photos of babies from all around the world, making for the perfect baby-shower gift or first bedtime read for the toddler in your life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to Global Fund for Children, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.globalfundforchildren.org\"\u003eVisit online\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Global Fund for Children\" href=\"http:\/\/charlesbridge.myshopify.com\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e about Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER RECOMMENDATIONS BELOW - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"recommended-books\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this book, you’ll enjoy these: \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-global-fund-for-children\"\u003eThe Global Fund for Children Books\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - START OF TABS - - - - - - - -- - - --\u003e [TABS]\n\u003ch5\u003eLook Inside\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-baby-playtime-spread.jpg?v=1620064974\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" class=\"cvr-border-gray\"\u003e\u003c!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --\u003e \u003cscript type=\"text\/javascript\" async=\"\" defer data-pin-shape=\"round\" data-pin-height=\"32\" data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DOWNLOADABLES BELOW - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"medium-cover\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-babies-boxed-set-image.jpg?v=1682536978\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"btn-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"product-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-babies-boxed-set-image.jpg?v=1682536978\"\u003eDownload the Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR BIO BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAuthor \u0026amp; Illustrator\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Global Fund for Children\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\" color=\"#000000\" face=\"Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif\" size=\"2\"\u003ehe Global Fund for Children is a nonprofit organization committed to advancing the dignity of young people around the world. The GFC pursues this mission by making grants to innovative community-based organizations and by developing books that celebrate our global society. GFC books include the Global Babies series, \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo Be a Kid\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat We Wear\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFaith\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBack to School\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCome Out and Play\u003c\/i\u003e. Learn more at www.globalfundforchildren.org.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/global-fund-for-children\"\u003eRead more \u003c\/a\u003eabout The Global Fund for Children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComing soon!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComing soon!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoxed Board Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-63289-074-0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 0-3\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 48\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Boxed Board Set","offer_id":44074441670893,"sku":"90740","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-babies-boxed-set-image_34e98972-6572-46d7-9f01-82905447935a.jpg?v=1682537347"},{"product_id":"global-baby-grandparents","title":"Global Baby Grandparents","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER AUTHOR\/ILLUSTRATOR INFO BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eMaya Ajmera\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER HEADING BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBabies everywhere love their grandparents! Celebrate this bond with the newest addition to the bestselling Global Babies series.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - ENTER DESCRIPTION BELOW - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrandparents all over the world have a special connection with their grandbabies. They play, sing, read, eat, and cuddle together. 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The GFC pursues this mission by making grants to innovative community-based organizations and by developing books that celebrate our global society. GFC books include the Global Babies series, \u003cem\u003eTo Be a Kid, What We Wear, Faith, Back to School,\u003c\/em\u003e and\u003cem\u003e Come Out and Play. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/maya-ajmera\"\u003eRead more \u003c\/a\u003eabout Maya. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - ENTER AWARDS \u0026 HONORS BELOW - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Honors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComing soon!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - ENTER REVIEWS BELOW - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEditorial Reviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChildren's Literature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLove between grandbabies and grandparents is universal! All over the world, grandparents show their love by helping to care for their grandbabies. They make funny faces and share laughter, read stories and feed the babies, cuddle them and sing to them, and more. A great deal of warmth and feeling is packed into the seventeen pictures of this sturdy board book. Photos show people around the world, with countries of origin labeled. These include Argentina, the United Arab Emirates, Colombia, Ethiopia, Spain, India, and more. An emphasis here is on diversity, and people are shown with a variety of skin tones. Readers will quickly see that feelings of love are shared by family members everywhere on the globe. This feel-good book is one that grandparents will be happy to share with their little ones during sleepovers, while babysitting, or anytime. It is also a good title for parents to share with their children when grandparents must be absent. A heartfelt, lovely book that is a good selection for family bookshelves. Other books in the \"Global Baby\" series include \u003ci\u003eGlobal Babies\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGlobal Baby Bedtimes\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGlobal Baby Playtime\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAmerican Babies\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGlobal Baby Girls\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eGlobal Baby Boys\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!-- - - - - - - - - - - - ENTER DETAILS BELOW - - - - - - - - - - - --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-1-62354-453-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 0-3\u003cbr\u003ePage count: 16\u003cbr\u003e6 x 6\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication date: January 16, 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n[\/TABS]","brand":"Charlesbridge","offers":[{"title":"Board Book","offer_id":44244135969005,"sku":"44539","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0101\/files\/global-babies-grandparents-cover_4c6d1628-aed0-4a09-86bb-68e2934477a4.jpg?v=1695145554"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.charlesbridge.com\/collections\/the-global-fund-for-children\/browse-by-subject_nursery-rhymes-songs+browse-by-subject_art-music-theater.oembed","provider":"Charlesbridge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}