Why Does That Man Have Such a Big Nose?
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| Rating | : | 4.76 (880 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0943990246 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 32 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-11-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The introductory note states that the book was written to help parents and teachers answer questions about differences and is meant to be a springboard to discussions. However, the variety of subjects selected is too broad and the explanations too simplistic. From School Library Journal Kindergarten-Grade 3 A collection of short descriptions of some people who are physically "different" from others. . Questions about physical differences can be answered honestly without the aid of this book, and if one needs to explain about handicaps it is better to deal with them in more depth. Howell, Cameron Elementary School, Fairfax County, Va.Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc. Margare
It answers questions without making value judgments, without embarrassing anyone.Excellent for the parent or caregiver who wants to develop positive attitudes in children toward all kinds of people. This series helps children and adults accept and acknowledge their emotions. But different doesn't have to mean bad, ugly, scary or wrong.This well-illustrated book helps young children understand some of the differences we see in everyday life. Even more important, the stories give kids several ways to cope with feelings. They also allow parents and teachers to discuss other situations in a nonjudgmental way.Everybody looks different. This book also suggests how to teach children when and how it's appropriate to ask questions about the peopl
Oh, no. My child just said what? This is a great little book, even if you think you'll never need it. It's a gentle way to cover some difficult topics with your kids, open a dialogue, and begin to teach them tolerance and the joys of diversity. Although in some ways it may seem geared more towards a "W.A.S.P." audience, I think it could easily serve people from all cultures as a reminder that for diversity to work, acceptance must begin with all directions. I also think the adults reading this book will be reminded what kinds of innocent remarks a child will make that the