Status
Available
Series
Publication
DK Children (1995), 80 pages
Library's review
"Grade 3-6?A delightful, attractive look at children from around the world. The authors spent two years meeting and photographing youngsters from every continent and more than 140 countries. The volume is divided by continent, which is introduced with photos of children, their names, and
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc."
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nationalities. Then a double-page spread features pictures of each child's food, eating utensils, housing, school, friends, and family. The text gives the young people a chance to comment on their favorite games, friends, and hopes for the future. The final section includes excerpts from the Kindersleys' travel diary. This book is factual, respectful, and insightful. It provides just the right balance of information and visual interest for the intended audience.?Joan Soulliere, Wenham Public Library, MACopyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc."
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Awards
Utah Beehive Book Award (Nominee — Informational Books — 1998)
Notable Children's Book (1996)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
1995
ISBN
0789402017 / 9780789402011