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2019 Mock Caldecott Voting -Round 2 of 3
By Kristen · 37 posts · 143 views
last updated Jan 12, 2019 03:39PM
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A book that you think to yourself, "Well, this is weird," as you're reading it, but then as soon as you finish and close the book, you then mull over how despite the text's simplicity and oddness, the story and the message are so deep and timely.
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A great inclusive book.
Feb 16, 2019
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immigration,
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nature,
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making-a-difference
Although this picture book can be read simply as an adorable story about rainy weather and the shelter offered by an umbrella, it also readily serves as a metaphor. The umbrella might be the love and empathy we could share toward others or remind readers of the many men, women, and children seeking a new home. Although the umbrella might seem to be small, it is a welcoming object, and somehow can manage to expand to whatever the needs might be. The illustrations with a diverse cast of characters
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There is a lot I like about this book. The illustrations fit the tone and depiction of the day, and they are very nice. I like that you don't really see a human face until near the end. I love the message.
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A great book that subtly shows inclusion and kindness without hitting you over the head with it. Beautiful illustrations and sparse text make this accessible for the youngest of readers.
I liked the concept, but I just didn't feel like the premise was explained enough. Room for all is something we all need to learn, but i feel like kids are just going to see a magic umbrella.
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May 2018 - a sweet, simple story with fantastic pictures. I look forward to adding this to my rainy day toddler storytime.
June read for goodreads Mock Caldecott 2019
There is always room.
There is always room.
An umbrella that grows to accomodate more and more.
Feb 10, 2018
Dan
marked it as to-read
May 17, 2018
Valerie
marked it as to-read
Jun 19, 2018
Becky Barrier Nelson
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Jan 19, 2019
Anamaria
marked it as to-read
