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A review by chrisistrangerthanu
Just the Way We Are by Jessica Shirvington
5.0
My two year old toddler is obsessed with this book at the moment, and echoes the phrase "just the way we are" almost every page in her little toddler mumble. I love the book as I believe it's really important to expose children of all ages to the idea that not all families are similar, but even if different to your own, they are valid. I believe reading inclusive books like this one will help my daughter with empathy and an understanding of diversity that is accessible for her age.
I do find some of this book a little wordy, but my daughter loves it. She likes pointing at the beautifully illustrated characters and pretending they are our own family and friends that she has met, which tells me she is really engaging with the visuals and the concept of families.
I do find some of this book a little wordy, but my daughter loves it. She likes pointing at the beautifully illustrated characters and pretending they are our own family and friends that she has met, which tells me she is really engaging with the visuals and the concept of families.