A Look at Life Around the World
A Look at Life Around the World Series
What’s inside...
A delightful journey through diverse cultures and traditions, exploring the everyday lives of children in various countries. This book provides readers with a window into the customs, food, activities, and family dynamics from around the globe. These colourful and vibrant titles take a look at life around the world. Young readers can explore how other people work, play, learn, and live in this diverse and fascinating series.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was the most surprising thing you learned about life in another country from this book?
How do you think your daily routines would change if you lived in one of the places described in the book?
Can you think of ways we can help people in different parts of the world who might need assistance?
What similarities and differences do you see between your life and the lives of the children in the book?
Why do you think it's important to learn about people from different parts of the world?
Tip: Role play these questions
Let your child lead the conversation, showing genuine interest in their thoughts and feelings about the book.
Compare and contrast your family’s daily life with the lives shown in the book to make the discussion more relatable.
Encourage empathy by asking your child how they might feel in the situations described in the book.
Use a world map or globe to locate the countries mentioned in the book, enhancing the learning experience with visual aids.
Discuss the importance of diversity and learning from others who have different experiences and backgrounds.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cultural Awareness
Explanation: The book provides detailed descriptions and vibrant illustrations of cultures around the world, allowing children to explore diverse traditions, languages, and lifestyles.
Real-World Application: Children can become more respectful and curious about people from different backgrounds they meet in school or their community.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: By sharing stories of children from various parts of the world, the book helps readers put themselves in others' shoes and understand diverse life situations.
Real-World Application: This lesson assists children in developing compassion and understanding when interacting with peers who might have different experiences and emotions.
Example Lesson: Environmental Responsibility
Explanation: The book highlights the different environmental landscapes around the world and the practices used by various cultures to sustain them.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of taking care of their environment and are encouraged to adopt sustainable habits in their daily life.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Lifelong Learning
Explanation: Through its exploration of global diversity, the book instills a sense of wonder and encourages children to keep learning and asking questions about the world.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to engage in educational activities, read more about different countries, and participate in cultural events.