Our World Is a Family

By Miry Whitehill, Jennifer Jackson, Nomar Perez (Illustrator)

Discover how to make new neighbors feel at home in a world where everyone belongs.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a world where everyone is family, how do we welcome those far from home? This heartwarming picture book invites children to explore human migration and inclusivity. It gently addresses why people leave their homes and inspires young readers to embrace new neighbors with love and kindness. Discover the many ways to make someone feel safe, loved, and important in their new community. Join the journey of connection and belonging, and learn how to say, 'You're not alone.'

From the publisher

Learn how to welcome new neighbors into your community, particularly when they might be far from home, in this uplifting and diverse picture book that champions human connection and inclusivity. After all, the world is everyone’s home and we’re one big family!When we see someone new in our neighborhood, how can we help them feel safe and loved and important?How can we tell them, you’re not alone?There are so many ways!From the creators of Miry’s List, the nonprofit that has helped thousands of refugees, Our World is a Family is an all-ages picture book exploring the complicated topic of human migration in a gentle, loving, and affirming way. It lightly touches on the reason people might leave their homes, like climate change or lack of safety, and inspires children to welcome their new neighbors into their communities with love.

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