Common Sense Media Review
By Regan McMahon
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Powerful, body-neutral look at all kinds of bodies.
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What's the Story?
EVERYBODY HAS A BODY shows an array of body types on people old and young, fat and skinny, kids in school and out in the world, along with grownups of all types and many skin colors. It shows that bodies do different things and features people of different abilities in the mix and enjoying life.
Is It Any Good?
This fun, inclusive look at our constant companion -- our body -- delights in difference and drives home the message to respect and accept your body, no matter what it looks like. With spare text and cheerful cartoon-like illustrations, Everybody Has a Body shows different kinds of bodies are everywhere -- in the classroom, on the playground, on public transportation, indoors and outdoors. Some people use a wheelchair or walker or guide dog to get around. Some can kick a soccer ball, throw a baseball, or ballet dance. People may use their bodies differently, but we've all got a body that keeps us alive. This simple picture book offers a powerful message of body-neutrality -- the idea of accepting your body as it is -- for young kids to absorb.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the different types of bodies in Everyone Has a Body. Is there someone in the book who looks like you, someone in your family, or someone you know?
Your body does a lot. What are some things you appreciate about your body?
How is your body today different from last year? Are you taller? Can your run faster?
Book Details
- Author :
- Illustrator : Lorian Tu
- Genre : Body Awareness
- Character Strengths : Empathy
- Book type : Non-Fiction
- Publisher : Feiwel & Friends
- Publication date : August 15, 2023
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 4 - 8
- Number of pages : 32
- Available on : Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : October 16, 2024
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