Come Out and Play
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

Come Out and Play

By Maya Ajmera

Discover how children play worldwide, celebrating diversity and imagination.

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32 pages
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Bookroo's summary

Explore the vibrant world of children's play across the globe. This picture book invites young readers to discover the games and toys that bring joy to kids everywhere. Through colorful photos and engaging text, it highlights both the unique and shared aspects of playtime, fostering a sense of global friendship and understanding. Dive into this celebration of diversity and imagination, and see how play unites us all.

From the publisher

From the creators of the bestselling Global Babies series comes a bright, photo-illustrated picture book about how kids play all around the world! Celebrate diversity, imagination, and friendship with this spirited celebration of playtime around the globe. What games do children in other countries play? What are their favorite toys? How do they have fun? Colorful photographs and joyful text highlight the differences and similarities of this universal childhood experience. Part of the proceeds from the book’s sales will go directly to Global Fund for Children to support innovative, community-based organizations that serve the world’s most vulnerable children and youth.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD350L
Themes & topics
Books about gamesBooks about craftsBooks about outdoor activitiesBooks about playingBooks about multicultural
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.5
F&P level
~K
Publication
Published
August 11, 2020
First published
February 3, 2001
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781623541637

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