Yo! Yes?
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$759
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 1993

Yo! Yes?

Written & illustrated by Chris Raschka

Part of the Scholastic Bookshelf series

Two strangers meet on a street, sparking an unexpected friendship.

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32 pages
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On a bustling street, two lonely boys, one black and one white, exchange a simple greeting that bridges their differences. As their conversation unfolds, a friendship blossoms, challenging the barriers that divide them. In a world often marked by separation, can a few words truly unite? Discover how a chance encounter transforms strangers into friends, celebrating the power of connection and understanding.

From the publisher

Two strangers on a street meet. One boy starts with Yo!

Awards

Caldecott Honor (1994)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
2–4
Audience
Board
Lexile
BRL
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about race relationsBooks about compassionBooks about empathyBooks about inclusivity
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~0.1
F&P level
~A
Publication
Published
January 1, 2007
First published
March 1, 1993
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780439921855

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