“If everyone everywhere is kind and accepting of everyone from everywhere then the language of hatred and prejudice could become a thing of the past”
“Kurman shows that the development of emotional skills such as empathy and kindness are integral to the education of children.”
Exciting news! ‘Hello!’ has been nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2021, awarded by children’s librarians for an outstanding book in terms of illustration.
“… a visual learning tool for young readers as well as a gentle reminder of how powerful one small gesture of kindness can be.”
To explore topics of race inclusion and anti-racial justice for kids, Writing Our Legacy has compiled a list of children’s books recommendations.
“… a delightfully unique counting book.”
“… an incredibly important and topical children’s picture book (…) a great conversation starter as well as a lovely bedtime story.”
“… does a beautiful job of seamlessly weaving together academic skills and social emotional skills.”
“Hello! A Counting Book of Kindnesses’ is a beautifully illustrated book which encourages empathy and discussion.”
“A great way to start a conversation with children about what a refugee is and to explore, with accompanying conversation, how to understand something they may have seen or heard about, equipping them with the skills to develop the empathy that is so desperately needed in these conversations.”
