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The major theme in this book is that as humans we are all unique and wonderful in our own ways.

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Illustrated by Leslie Staub

Listen to Whoever You Are

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The Story behind Whoever You Are

Every day all over Australia, children are laughing and crying, playing and learning, eating and sleeping. They may not look the same or speak the same language, but inside, they are just like you. This story weaves its way across cultures and generations, celebrating the bond that unites us all.

Age Group:

0-10

Publisher(s):

HMH (USA) | Hachette (Australia) | Scholastic (Australia) 1998

First Published:

1998

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Illustrated by Leslie Staub Listen to Whoever You Are Having trouble playing the audio above? Click here The Story behind Whoever You Are Every day all over Australia, children are laughing and crying, playing and learning, eating and sleeping. They may not look the same or speak the same language, but inside, they are just like you.

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"Separate is Never Equal:  Sylvia Mendez and her Family's Fight for Desegregation" by Duncan Tonatiuh

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"Separate is Never Equal:  Sylvia Mendez and her Family's Fight for Desegregation" by Duncan Tonatiuh

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Separate is Never Equal by Duncan Tonatiuh | Scholastic

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Years before the landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling Brown v. Board of Education, Sylvia Mendez, an 8-year-old girl of Mexican and Puerto Rican heritage, played

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"My Heart Fills With Happiness" by Monique Gray Smith

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"My Heart Fills With Happiness" by Monique Gray Smith

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Every child can relate on some level with what brings them joy.  This book is about what fills someone's heart.

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My Heart Fills with Happiness,,My Heart Fills with Happiness,9781459809574,Baby Board Book,Board Books,Gray Smith, Monique

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"Wingari's Trees of Peace a True Story from Africa" by Jeanette Winter

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"Wingari's Trees of Peace a True Story from Africa" by Jeanette Winter

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A story inspired by true life experiences, this story illustrates how one person can make a difference for an entire continent.

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Wangari's Trees of Peace: A True Story from Africa|Hardcover

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A paperback picture book based on the true story of Wangari Maathai, an environmental and political activist in Kenya and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004. As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she...

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This story portrays the difficulties a child may encounter when moving around the world to a new home, new friends, and new culture.

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The Color of Home has 247 ratings and 88 reviews. Jean said: What a great inspiring story!The Colour of Home is a picture book which is not funny, not ...

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Cultural traditions and friendship are presented in ways that are easy to read and understand.

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Chik Chak Shabbat book. Read 42 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Celebrate Shabbat, community, and diverse traditions with this ly...

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Children will enjoy the colorful illustrations and storyline.

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*Notable Social Studies Trade Book For Young People 2016, a cooperative Project of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) and the Children's Book Council* *Featured Book of the Month, Anti-Defamation League*
*American Library Association Notable Book for Children 2016*

* Skipping Stones Honor 2016*

*International Literacy Association Choices Reading List*

Lailah is in a new school in a new country, thousands of miles from her old home, and missing her old friends. When Ramadan begins, she is excited that she is finally old enough to participate in the fasting but worried that her classmates won't understand why she doesn't join them in the lunchroom.

Lailah solves her problem with help from the school librarian and her teacher and in doing so learns that she can make new friends who respect her beliefs. This gentle, moving story from first-time author Reem Faruqi comes to life in Lea Lyon's vibrant illustrations. Lyon uses decorative arabesque borders on intermittent spreads to contrast the ordered patterns of Islamic observances with the unbounded rhythms of American school days.

Fountas & Pinnell Level N

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Lailah's Lunchbox: A Ramadan Story [Faruqi, Reem, Lyon, Lea] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Lailah's Lunchbox: A Ramadan Story

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"Just Right Family, An Adoption Story" by Silvia Lopez

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"Just Right Family, An Adoption Story" by Silvia Lopez

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Child readers will appreciate the genuine response Meili has to change

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Just Right Family book. Read 22 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Meili, who is six years old and adopted from China, learns that h...

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This book is about linguistic diversity and overcoming barriers to communication.

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"Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns:  A Muslim Book of Colors" by Hena Khan

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"Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns:  A Muslim Book of Colors" by Hena Khan

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This book uses the concept of colors to highlight and introduce objects, traditions, clothing, and words within the Muslim culture.

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golden domes and silver lanterns: a muslim book of colors

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Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors

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Magnificently capturing the colorful world of Islam for the youngest readers, this breathtaking and informative picture book celebrates Islam's beauty and traditions. From a red prayer rug to a blue hijab, everyday colors are given special meaning as young readers learn about clothing, food, and ...

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This book is a great tool for any ECE classroom because of the cultural diversity portrayed within.

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In Japan, Kei plays Freeze Tag, while in Uganda, Daphine likes to jump rope. While the way they play may differ, the shared rhythm of their daysandmdash;and this one world we all shareandmdash;unites them.

This genuine exchange provides a window into traditions that may be different from our own as well as mirrors reflecting our common experiences. Inspired by his own travels, Matt Lamonthe transports readers across the globe and back with this luminous and thoughtful picture book.

Perfect for kids learning about new cultures and customs

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Gives kids a unique look into the lives of others across the globe

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This Is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from around the World (Easy Reader Books, Children Around the World Books, Preschool Prep Books) [Lamothe, Matt] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers.

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You may think you know this story I am going to tell you, but you have not heard it for true. I was there. So I will tell you the truth o...

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