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Same Difference
Noted artist C. G. Rawles reveals an exquisite and timely lesson in Same Difference. Her lyrical and boldly illustrated debut for beginning readers celebrates similarities and differences that connect people. Only one letter apart, Lisa and Lida enjoy dancing to the same beat, singing the same songs, and even sitting in the same seat. They've always felt as if they were two peas in a pod, but upon closer inspection while playing dress-up one afternoon, they realize, in some ways, they are poles apart. With different complexions and textured hair, they begin to wonder if one's beauty is greater than the other. With the help of their grandmother, the girls unravel the mystery and realize that what makes a girl different is what makes her beautiful.
34 pages, Paperback
First published March 15, 2010
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April 21, 2019
This story is about two first cousins who were best friends. They did everything together. One day while they were both looking in a mirror, they noticed that they were different. One cousin had lighter skin and hair and the other cousin had dark skin and hair. They assumed that one had to be better than the other because of their differences. They talked to their grandmother about their issue and she assured them that they are both beautiful and they come from a family of all different shades so not one is better than the other. After, when comparing themselves they considered their differences to be the same difference.
I really enjoyed this book because it dealt with a common issue in the black community, the idea of light skin vs. dark skin. The author was able to convey this issue in a easy way for children to understand. Yet, the story is still realistic and proposes a problem and solution. It shows readers the diversity found within a cultural group. I chose this book to review because it relates to my own children book because it deals with the idea of race and how there are different shades within a race. It's a great book for young readers to explore diversity.
I really enjoyed this book because it dealt with a common issue in the black community, the idea of light skin vs. dark skin. The author was able to convey this issue in a easy way for children to understand. Yet, the story is still realistic and proposes a problem and solution. It shows readers the diversity found within a cultural group. I chose this book to review because it relates to my own children book because it deals with the idea of race and how there are different shades within a race. It's a great book for young readers to explore diversity.
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