First published 2012
This educational journey introduces readers to children living across the globe. The book presents daily life in countries including China, Japan, India, and various African nations through detailed descriptions and artwork. Readers discover how children dress, what they eat, which games they play, and what traditions shape their lives. Each section reveals the unique customs and practices that define childhood in different cultures. The text and illustrations work together to show the varied ways children grow up around the world. The book serves as both an introduction to global diversity and a window into the universal experience of childhood across cultures. Young readers gain exposure to clothing styles, food traditions, recreational activities, and cultural practices that differ from their own while recognizing shared elements of the childhood experience.
Genres: non-fiction, cultural
Vibes: educational, informative, thought-provoking
Tropes: educational, informative, window-into-other-cultures
Setting: Africa, China, India, Japan
Period: 20th-century
92 pages · Hardcover · Literary Licensing, LLC