"Like You, Like Me" - A Picture Book About Pen Pals Discovering They Have Many Things in Common

Jenny Sue Kostecki-Shaw talks about "Like You, Like Me" on this edition of "The Kids' Bookshelf." We discuss the inspiration for the picture book about pen pals in the U.S. and Tanzania who discover they have many things in common. Jenny reads from the book, and talks about illustrating the book, the power of picture books, and homeschooling.
Here is a link to purchase a copy of "Like You, Like Me" - www.amazon.com...
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Book Description (From Amazon) -
"A wonderful celebration of global friendship." -Bookpage, starred review
"This story encourages young people to focus on the similarities that connect us in one human family. Highly recommended for all collections." -School Library Journal
"Two pen pals delight in their differences and commonalities.... Bright, mixed-media illustrations visually emphasize difference as a means of connection." -Kirkus Reviews
A pen pal picture book companion to the award-winning and bestselling Same, Same but Different-set in the United States and Tanzania-that celebrates the value of compassion, curiosity, and a global community.
Tulsi and Vanessa live on separate continents-one in the mountains in North America, and the other beside the sea in Africa. By exchanging letters, they learn that they both have prankster brothers, love music, and collect treasures from nature. Their daily sights and sounds may be different, but their feelings about their experiences hold many similarities.
This thoughtful story celebrates the connections between two kids who live worlds apart. Together they rejoice in their shared love of family, friends, and community.
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I requested and was provided with a copy of the book, but this video is not sponsored.
Here is a link to purchase a copy of "(Title)" -
I requested and was provided with a copy of the book, but this video is not sponsored.
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