The Skin You Live in
The Skin You Live in
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The Skin You Live in

Written by Michael Tyler
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4 - 8
Reading age
32
Page count
Jan 1, 2005
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With the ease and simplicity of a nursery rhyme, this lively story delivers an important message of social acceptance to young readers. Themes associated with child development and social harmony, such as friendship, acceptance, self-esteem, and diversity are promoted in simple and straightforward prose. Vivid illustrations of children’s activities for all cultures, such as swimming in the ocean, hugging, catching butterflies, and eating birthday cake are also provided. This delightful picturebook offers a wonderful venue through which parents and teachers can discuss important social concepts with their children.

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diversitythe bodyself-esteemself-acceptanceself-esteem and self-reliancesocial acceptancescience and natureanatomy and physiologyskin

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Book Details

ISBN
9780975958001
Publication Date
January 1, 2005
Publisher
Chicago Children's Museum
Page Count
32
Audience
Picture
Reading Age
4 - 8 years
WorldCat Number (OCLC)
58752224

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