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The Little Book of Words That Matter

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This inclusive collection of 100 words introduces young children to complex concepts—from managing big feelings to celebrating our differences

Adopting the same format and approach as the popular The Little Book of Joy , this pocket-sized book features a collection of words to teach children about the world we live in and how to navigate their way through it. Each page offers a word and age-appropriate definition, along with a related activity, resource, or mindful prompt, beautifully illustrated by Instagram star Annelies Draws. The book is split into four chapters that each include relevant Feelings Matter (Afraid, Frustrated, Proud); You Matter (Authentic, Consent, Resilience); Differences Matter (Disability, Equity, Race); and Changemakers Matter (Conservation, Feminism, Teamwork). Featuring a how-to guide for adults at the back of the book, this inclusive resource is the perfect conversation starter for families and will empower children of all ages.

207 pages, Hardcover

Published May 14, 2020

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887 reviews620 followers
October 25, 2025
Bardzo mądra, a do tego pięknie inkluzywna! Wzruszyło mnie, jak często w ilustracjach pojawiał się aparat słuchowy za dziecięcym uszkiem, ot tak, żeby pokazać różnorodność.

Już wiem, co moja chrześnica dostanie na gwiazdkę.
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278 reviews
May 31, 2025
ein ganz tolles, wunderschön illustriertes Buch, das viele Denkanstöße und Gesprächsansätze liefert und für Kinder in verschiedenen Altersstufen geeignet ist. Allerdings mit 200 Seiten das Gegenteil von klein.
Uns macht es Spaß, nach verschiedenen Begriffen zu suchen und durch diese dann in den Austausch zu geraten. Auch komplexe Begriffe, bei denen ich schon Mal ins Straucheln gerate, wenn ich sie erklären soll, werden hier in einfach verständliche Worte gepackt.
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