My Heart Full of All: A Diverse, Multiracial, Inclusive and Multicultural Picture Book for Children
What’s inside...
Celebrate Life. Celebrate Diversity. Celebrate YOU. 'MY Heart Full of All' is a children's book that promotes self-acceptance and diversity through the story of a mixed-race girl preparing for a multicultural fashion show. The book helps children understand and appreciate their unique backgrounds by showing how different cultures can come together to create something beautiful. It includes a fun activity that encourages children to explore their own mixed family, cultures, and backgrounds. With 40 pages of engaging rhymes and colorful illustrations, this book is perfect for kids aged 2-5 and is a great gift for promoting self-love and acceptance.
Age
0-12
Length
39 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some ways the characters show they are unique in the book?
How do the different backgrounds of the characters make the story more interesting?
Can you point out a time in the book where a character learned something new from a friend?
Why is it important to have friends from different cultures or races?
How do you feel when you meet someone who is different from you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the diversity shown in the book.
Relate the book’s themes to your child’s own experiences with friends or classmates.
Discuss the importance of inclusion and respect, highlighting examples from both the book and real life.
Ask your child to draw a picture of themselves with their friends, emphasizing the diverse qualities that each person brings to their group.
Use the illustrations in the book to point out and celebrate the richness that different cultures offer.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Diversity
Explanation: The book features characters from a variety of racial and cultural backgrounds, showcasing the beauty of a diverse society.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect people's differences, leading to more inclusive behavior in school and other social settings.
Example Lesson: Importance of Inclusion
Explanation: Characters in the story engage in activities that include everyone, regardless of their background or abilities, conveying the message that everyone deserves to be included.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to include all peers in their play and group activities, promoting an inclusive environment where no one feels left out.
Example Lesson: Recognition of Multicultural Values
Explanation: Through interactions between characters of different cultures, the book highlights various cultural norms and values, enriching a child’s understanding of the world.
Real-World Application: Children learn to recognize and respect various cultural practices and traditions they encounter, aiding their social development and cultural competence.
Example Lesson: Building Empathy
Explanation: The narrative allows children to see the world from different perspectives, fostering empathy towards others who might seem different.
Real-World Application: This empathy leads children to be more compassionate and understanding towards their classmates and friends, helping to build stronger, more meaningful relationships.