For Every Child A Better World

I purchased this book for my daughter when she was 3. It has become a favorite. She has taken it to school for Show-n-Tell. Her teacher read it to the class and I was told it brought tears to many of the children. Each time I sit down with my daughter to read it, she has so many questions about it. What a shame that this book has gone out of print. What a wonderful opportunity for children to learn about others who are less fortunate. Our copy will be a forever treasure indeed.

I was so disappointed to find out this book was out of print. It is a book every parent and every teacher should share with their children. In fact - many adults should keep one on their coffee table - a great conversation piece... an inspiration to realize and treasure what we have in life and realize that so, so many people do not have these basic necessities!! (I heard rumor that they were going to reissue this book. If they do - I'll buy a stock for gifts!!!)

Here is a book written for any age - from preschool through adult. As a parent and a teacher, I can't recommend it enough to others. Thankfully, our local library has this book in circulation and my son chose it. Otherwise, I may have never known it existed. I just can't understand how this book escaped all the literary awards and media attention that other books have earned. Even worse, I find it hard to believe that it is out of print!!! My undergraduate degree was International Studies, and I know of no other children's book that teaches relevant concepts with such simplicity and sensitivity - in a way that any age can begin to appreciate.

I do believe that I was able to purchase the last, existing, new book for my 3yr old daughter. The book is very straight-forward, and has opened the door to many discussions that may have never otherwise occurred. We love this book and my daughter frequently requests it. I believe that it has made her more sensitive to other people when developmentally, 3 yr olds are very self-centered. I am constantly looking for this book to give as a gift.

I found this book to be a very effective intoroduction to complex humanitarian issues for use with young children. Concepts such as hunger, poverty, and religious persecution are presented in an honest but non-threatening manner. The illustrations, which rely upon Muppet characters familiar to most children from shows such as Sesame Street, ably and accurately depict the full implications of the straightforward, uncomplicated text without ever becoming too emotionally difficult or overwhelming for preschoolers. This book is a valuable aid for any parent who is looking for help in introducing social issues to their children, whether they are presechool or school- age.