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All Different and Beautiful: A Children's Book about Diversity, Kindness, and Friendships
We want our children to grow up kind, confident, happy, and accepting of others.We can't shield them from life's painful realities, but we can give them the tools to navigate these realities with courage and grace. A powerful way to impart these lessons is through stories that reach the mind and soul.
This is the story of Orion, a happy and loving young boy who befriends classmates despite their differences and struggles. He approaches all his new friends at school with an open mind and a positive attitude and encourages them to do the same.
♥ The heartwarming, uplifting story clears the way for important discussions with our children about diversity, disability, and the beauty in each of us.
Every child is unique and beautiful —they may look different, have a different culture, interests and hobbies, or special needs.
This delightfully illustrated book celebrates this diversity. Its positive message encourages kids to be confident with their own differences that make them so beautifully unique. Follow kind and confident Orion through his first day of school as he befriends all the kids who might be different from him.
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This is the story of Orion, a happy and loving young boy who befriends classmates despite their differences and struggles. He approaches all his new friends at school with an open mind and a positive attitude and encourages them to do the same.
♥ The heartwarming, uplifting story clears the way for important discussions with our children about diversity, disability, and the beauty in each of us.
Every child is unique and beautiful —they may look different, have a different culture, interests and hobbies, or special needs.
This delightfully illustrated book celebrates this diversity. Its positive message encourages kids to be confident with their own differences that make them so beautifully unique. Follow kind and confident Orion through his first day of school as he befriends all the kids who might be different from him.
Scroll up and get a copy for your family or class today.
- GenresChildrens
36 pages, Hardcover
Published November 23, 2020
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December 16, 2020
All Different and Beautiful: A Children's Book about Diversity, Kindness, and Friendships by Belle Belrose. Illustrated by Winna CL. Publisher Published by 8BC Publishing, 21 November 2020. Children’s fiction. Format: Kindle Edition, pages 35. Reading level: 6-12 years. 4 Stars.
There is a great message of inclusion here, told through the character of a confident, outgoing boy named Orion. The art is really nice. The text, which seems meant for an older age group than 6, is hard to read and would have been more useful laid beneath the illustrations.
There is a great message of inclusion here, told through the character of a confident, outgoing boy named Orion. The art is really nice. The text, which seems meant for an older age group than 6, is hard to read and would have been more useful laid beneath the illustrations.
August 15, 2023
As far as friends go, Orion is the cream of the crop. Although he is new to America himself, he is adept at recognizing when others are uncomfortable or in need of a pep talk. There is not one student in Orion’s school he won’t approach with a friendly smile and positive attitude. From new students to those who are shy due to a disability, he welcomes and encourages them all. Even the class clown is no match for Orion’s bright light–he has everyone figured out and knows just how to break down the protective walls they have built around them.
All Different and Beautiful: A Children’s Book About Diversity, Kindness, and Friendships, written by Belle Belrose and illustrated by Winna CL, is a children’s book focused on inclusion and acceptance. Belrose’s main character Orion is both intuitive and loving. His positive outlook is contagious, and readers will find themselves looking forward to each encounter with his classmates. Orion is a shining example of everything teachers try to teach students. His willingness to lend a hand and offer a shoulder to lean on is exactly what young readers need to see in a character.
Bright, colorful, and intricately detailed illustrations accompany Belrose’s story. Winna CL’s portrayal of Orion will engage readers and keep them engaged in the plot as they recognize familiar aspects of school life. The illustrator manages to convey a wide range of emotions with relatable facial expressions ranging from fear and shame to sheer joy.
Belrose’s story has a place in both classrooms and guidance curricula. Oftentimes, the lessons we try so hard to teach are more effective when they come from the pages of a children’s book. Belrose’s story communicates one of the most important lessons of all–different is beautiful.
All Different and Beautiful: A Children’s Book About Diversity, Kindness, and Friendships, written by Belle Belrose and illustrated by Winna CL, is a children’s book focused on inclusion and acceptance. Belrose’s main character Orion is both intuitive and loving. His positive outlook is contagious, and readers will find themselves looking forward to each encounter with his classmates. Orion is a shining example of everything teachers try to teach students. His willingness to lend a hand and offer a shoulder to lean on is exactly what young readers need to see in a character.
Bright, colorful, and intricately detailed illustrations accompany Belrose’s story. Winna CL’s portrayal of Orion will engage readers and keep them engaged in the plot as they recognize familiar aspects of school life. The illustrator manages to convey a wide range of emotions with relatable facial expressions ranging from fear and shame to sheer joy.
Belrose’s story has a place in both classrooms and guidance curricula. Oftentimes, the lessons we try so hard to teach are more effective when they come from the pages of a children’s book. Belrose’s story communicates one of the most important lessons of all–different is beautiful.
January 7, 2026
I was really curious why it couldn't be a local child who could easily reach out and make friends with everyone else instead of a migrant child. And unfortunately with the whole faux outrage of society it becomes a valid question to wonder if there is an message of reproof tucked into this choice.
Anyway the book explores Orion as he goes out of the way to make friends with all rhe other kids in his school and finding ways of relating with each in separate ways. At the same time he also confronts the problem that may be there in such other similar relationships and offers solutions whether they may be realistic or not.
The text is a bit heavy and works on trying to rhyme whether it may be a stretch or not.
And the book is fully illustrated in rather muted colors....
Anyway the book explores Orion as he goes out of the way to make friends with all rhe other kids in his school and finding ways of relating with each in separate ways. At the same time he also confronts the problem that may be there in such other similar relationships and offers solutions whether they may be realistic or not.
The text is a bit heavy and works on trying to rhyme whether it may be a stretch or not.
And the book is fully illustrated in rather muted colors....
January 2, 2021
Here is an impressive book about explaining that everyone is different but the same in the ways of friendship. I highly recommend this book for the littlest one to twelve years. Children grow up and go to school a lot earlier than most of us did, so I think earlier than six would still get something out of it.
Orion was new to America. He was a confident little boy. Whenever he saw someone sad he tried to find out why. He learned from his parents that helping out is good. The first friend when he got to school was? Who was she? Oops, I told you she was a girl. Find out the rest as you find out Orion's friendly way he makes new friends.
Orion was new to America. He was a confident little boy. Whenever he saw someone sad he tried to find out why. He learned from his parents that helping out is good. The first friend when he got to school was? Who was she? Oops, I told you she was a girl. Find out the rest as you find out Orion's friendly way he makes new friends.
February 15, 2021
Lovely story
I'm only giving four stars because of the wording in certain areas. Such as when Nova says she is different because of her hair and skin ( she has dark curly hair and she is a POC) he tells her that it makes her stand out) but what makes her special is her heart. It's obviously meant to be uplifting and kind but her luscious hair and beautiful skin tone does make her special.
I'm only giving four stars because of the wording in certain areas. Such as when Nova says she is different because of her hair and skin ( she has dark curly hair and she is a POC) he tells her that it makes her stand out) but what makes her special is her heart. It's obviously meant to be uplifting and kind but her luscious hair and beautiful skin tone does make her special.
August 19, 2022
This brightly illustrated children's book has a strong, positive message that's always an important one no matter what age.
Orion is at a new school and he meets very different and unique children who are feeling down or sad and he is kind and makes friends with them all.
The author has made a special little story here and I think there's something for lots of children (and adults) to connect to here.
3.5 🌟
Orion is at a new school and he meets very different and unique children who are feeling down or sad and he is kind and makes friends with them all.
The author has made a special little story here and I think there's something for lots of children (and adults) to connect to here.
3.5 🌟
January 19, 2021
Orion is a person we don't see or hear enough about in real life. He is accepting of everyone and goes out of his way to be their friend. Doesn't matter what the "barrier" is, language, poor, disability, culture, looks, ashamed of oneself, he talks with them, explains his thoughts and befriends each and everyone. I loved how they worked together for their teacher's birthday.
January 22, 2021
I received this book through an ARC program that I belong to, it was a good choice. I often choose "children's books" because the message is all - encompassing and the art is also wonderful. I am forever on the hunt for age appro read-aloud material for my special needs adult son, during COVID we have to use FaceTime, as he lives in a group home. This is a good choice for that.
February 19, 2021
A great message of inclusion. Outgoing Orien moves to a new school. He notices other "lonely" or "different" children and approaches them in friendship. Great illustrations. I felt the story didn't flow that well. I'm not sure my copy had all the pages. It is suited for school age children.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book from Hidden Gems.
February 11, 2021
Inclusive
Beautifully written book with inclusive characters. The focus is kindness, and the book gives school aged children several ways to make new friends and treat everyone with respect and kindness
Beautifully written book with inclusive characters. The focus is kindness, and the book gives school aged children several ways to make new friends and treat everyone with respect and kindness
March 8, 2021
All Different and Beautiful
Nicely done. The book shows lots of differences among the children to spark lots of discussions. We may be different, but it’s the differences that make us unique and in some ways, alike.
Nicely done. The book shows lots of differences among the children to spark lots of discussions. We may be different, but it’s the differences that make us unique and in some ways, alike.
April 28, 2026
A great book
I really loved the rhymes in this book, the author’s creativity, and especially the messages of acceptance. These are such important messages and I applaud this author for putting out such a beautiful book to help kids accept others around them. Love it!!!!!
I really loved the rhymes in this book, the author’s creativity, and especially the messages of acceptance. These are such important messages and I applaud this author for putting out such a beautiful book to help kids accept others around them. Love it!!!!!
December 18, 2020
Wonderful pictures, fun story
I love how much one person can make a difference to everyone around them when they watch to see who needs them. Wonderful story and fun pictures!
I love how much one person can make a difference to everyone around them when they watch to see who needs them. Wonderful story and fun pictures!
August 17, 2021
This is an absolute must read for and to children. We all need an Orion, adult and kid alike.
January 12, 2024
Looks are just a thing...
In this book, looks and differences as the exterior is the main focus as of that even if they are different they are still human.
It's cute sweet and nice. Diversity comes in more flavors but physical differences/appearances get kiddos 1st and might not always know to just accept not interrogate. Orian shows that you can be friends with everyone no matter who they are. All in all it is a good book focusing on inclusion even if commonalities might not be apparent but should still be included.
In this book, looks and differences as the exterior is the main focus as of that even if they are different they are still human.
It's cute sweet and nice. Diversity comes in more flavors but physical differences/appearances get kiddos 1st and might not always know to just accept not interrogate. Orian shows that you can be friends with everyone no matter who they are. All in all it is a good book focusing on inclusion even if commonalities might not be apparent but should still be included.
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