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Description
The Family of Earth, written by Schimmel and Schim, is a picture book for early readers that follows a variety of animals as each experiences the world in its own way. Through their different perspectives, the story shows that despite these differences, all creatures share the same planet. The simple text and illustrations convey the idea that the earth is a shared home for all its inhabitants.
Quick Summary
Through the eyes of every animal on Earth, young readers discover that the same world looks completely different to each creature, making this a delightful journey of perspective and wonder. Kids will love hopping from the tall view of a giraffe to the teeny world of a beetle, all while seeing that we all share the same beautiful home. If your kid loves "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" or "Brown Bear, Brown Bear," they'll eat this right up. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders, especially ages 5 to 8.