

Reviews for Shades of People It's a heartwarming effort that teachers and families can embrace and will doubtless find its way into many a curriculum on celebrating difference.- Kirkus Reviews A good introduction to racial and ethnic diversity.- School Library Journal this will enrich and spark discussions of diversity.- Booklist This is a feel-good book for everyone.

Combining lively action shots and candid portraits, Shelley Rotner's photographs showcase a wide variety of kids and families-many shades, and many bright smiles. At school, at the beach, and in the city, diverse and joyful groups of children invite young readers both to take notice and to look beyond the obvious. Skin color is one of our most noticeable physical traits, and this beautiful board book, with its vibrant photographs and very simple text, provides a perfect starting point to talk about race and diversity with very young readers. Cocoa, tan, rose, and almond-people come in lots of shades, even in the same family. Full color.īook Synopsis Perfect for the youngest readers, this board book adaptation of the acclaimed Shades of People celebrates the diversity of everyday life. With vibrant photos and a short but astute text, this colorful exploration of diversity for toddlers will inspire young readers to take notice-and look beyond the obvious. About the Book Even in the same family there are differences.
