Common Sense Media Review
By Amanda Bindel
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Colorful, interactive book lets kids celebrate diversity.
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Wee You-Things
What's It About?
In this interactive rhyming book, kids meet a variety of characters who all have something that makes them unique. Some of these "you-things" can be seen -- like Bea's glasses and Lamar's scar. Some are silly -- like Grace being from outer space or Ruth's purple tooth. Some help kids see their own uniqueness or appreciate differences in others. Brad has two dads, and Dot gets scared a lot. The message is clear: "No one in the world is the same," and "without 'you-things' we'd be boring and plain."
Is It Any Good?
The fun drawings in WEE YOU-THINGS will amuse kids and introduce them to differences without making them feel uncomfortable. The various "you-things" displayed show kids differences in appearance, differences in lifestyle, and more -- all things that make each individual special. Kids put themselves in the story by creating their own character, choosing an outfit, and taking their picture with the device's camera or choosing a drawn face; they then get to name their "you-thing" and join the parade celebrating differences. The story is short but powerful. Kids may not play with it for long, but the take-away is worthwhile.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Don't miss the extension questions hidden in the parent section. To access, tap and hold the heart at the top of the screen, go to the How It Works, and swipe to the last page.
Help kids build empathy by making connections between the characters and your kid, yourself, or loved ones.
App Details
- Devices : iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad
- Subjects : Language & Reading : discussion , reading
- Skills : Emotional Development : empathy , self-awareness , Communication : listening
- Pricing structure : Paid
- Release date : April 15, 2013
- Genre : Books
- Character Strengths : Empathy
- Publisher : Wee Society LLC
- Version : 1.1.0
- Minimum software requirements : Requires iOS 8.0 or later.
- Last updated : January 25, 2023
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