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A review by oliviak07
All the Colors of the Earth by Sheila Hamanaka
3.0
A blessing I remain ever grateful for was the early lesson of human equality; no exceptions. Sheila Hamanaka's, "All the Colors of the Earth" reminds readers, young and old, that like the beauty of the diverse color pallet that paints our earth, sky, and waters there is beauty in the multitude of shades and hues the human family comes in.
Again, no exceptions.
There is a nostalgia in the illustrations of "All the Colors of the Earth" that transported me to my earliest memories of visiting my hometown's public library story time. The boldness, and softness, within each page reminds one that every texture is valuable too. It also helps one reflect on their own feelings of insecurity, but reassures one that if our beautiful planet contains anything that reflects others it must include me too.
It was a challenge to interpret this story in American Sign Language, given the flow of the words and images and their worthy cause. While I made the most of it, I would love to chat with someone else who has interpreted the piece for suggestions should I interpret it again.
I do hope for that second chance.
Whether it is in the communal space of the public library or classroom, or with the intimate and cozy glow of your living room, do not miss an opportunity to enjoy and remember Hamanaka's with everyone around you. No exceptions.
Again, no exceptions.
There is a nostalgia in the illustrations of "All the Colors of the Earth" that transported me to my earliest memories of visiting my hometown's public library story time. The boldness, and softness, within each page reminds one that every texture is valuable too. It also helps one reflect on their own feelings of insecurity, but reassures one that if our beautiful planet contains anything that reflects others it must include me too.
It was a challenge to interpret this story in American Sign Language, given the flow of the words and images and their worthy cause. While I made the most of it, I would love to chat with someone else who has interpreted the piece for suggestions should I interpret it again.
I do hope for that second chance.
Whether it is in the communal space of the public library or classroom, or with the intimate and cozy glow of your living room, do not miss an opportunity to enjoy and remember Hamanaka's with everyone around you. No exceptions.