Accept and Value Each Person

by Cheri J. Meiners

The world is becoming more diverse, and so are the daily lives of our children. Accepting and valuing people and groups who are different from oneself and one's immediate family is a critical social skill. Accept and Value Each Person introduces diversity and related respecting differences, being inclusive, and appreciating people just the way they are. Includes questions, activities, and games that reinforce the ideas being taught.

Genres: Childrens, Picture Books, Friendship, Cultural

40 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Cheri has her master's degree in elementary education and gifted education. A former first-grade teacher, she has taught education classes at Utah State University and has supervised student teachers. She is the author of the award-winning children's series, 'Learning to Get Along', and the new series, 'Being the Best Me.' Cheri and her husband, David, have six children and three grandchildren.

Reviews

[Ivan Rainey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review: While reading this it is evident that the author is trying to teach the difference between people in the society. The book gives good examples about how everyone in the society faces different issues in their life, this being with their bodies the way people see them, and how their bodies are constantly changing through growth and different events in life. When reading the book, the author wants to make sure that each person feels like they are loved by everyone the same no matter their differences. The story is showing that when you live life you are going to come across people with certain disabilities and differences in their life but that does not make them any less of a person then what they should be. The overall point in the story is no matter how different someone is compared to what you think you are they still need to be treated the same. Everyone deserves the same love and feelings that people without the disabilities receive to make them feel like they are able to be a person too.
Artistic/literary review: The book is written in picture book form, which is illustrated with very vibrant colors and markings that make the book interesting to read. I feel like this book gives a lot of positive life lessons and ways that you can benefit in teaching children about the differences in their life.
Rating: I really enjoyed this book, I would give it a 3.5/5. The pictures gave off a positive message and the words that were spoken throughout the book allowed for the reader to find positives in life.

[Melissa Hicks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cheri Meiners has written several social emotional and character development books for young children. Her book at at an appropriate reading level for understanding and allow for young ready to connect with the ideas and topics discussed in her books. The book Accept and Value Each Person highlights the difference among people and how each person is unique. As children grow and develop they notice all the differences among people. This book includes diverse characters for students to make connections with as well as modeling the importance of being inclusive and respectful of those around us. Wonderful Read!

[Emily Myhren · Rating 5 out of 5]

The 4 year old I watch is very into this series right now. She keeps asking for more. The language is perfect for a preschooler and early elem kid. I love how many books in the series emphasize to be patient when others make mistakes and encourage kids to see things from others' perspectives. A+++++

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[Lindsey Gibson]

This book takes readers inside of a classroom filled with several diverse students. This story teaches children to respect and be nice to people that are different from them.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

4B's: respect

[Chinook · Rating 5 out of 5]

The girls both liked this and I liked how it was pretty focused on school friends, but not exclusively.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this book! It is great way to demonstrate to children that all people should be treated well.

[Nompilo Zungu]

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