Our World Is A Family
A Book About Being A Good Neighbor
Words by Miry Whitehill and Jennifer Jackson
Pictures by Nomar Perez
Our World Is a Family is a picture book filled with child-friendly messages about hospitality, compassion, refugees, and immigration. Its story is fueled by the earnest belief that we each can change the world with local acts of love, reaching beyond all barriers of race, culture, nationality, and language. The book champions human connection and inspires children and adults alike toward meaningful action in their own neighborhoods. Available everywhere books are sold.
“A good choice to inspire acts of kindness and galvanize positive change.”
Take Action Now
Did you read Our World Is A Family and do you want to get involved to help new arrival families now? Here’s the next steps for you!
Step 1: Sign Up
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Step 2: Send a Gift
Send a housewarming gift directly to the door of a new arrival family.
Step 3: Learn Together
Explore the topic of welcoming with the young people in your life.
About Our World Is A Family
Learn how to welcome new neighbors into your community, particularly when they might be far from home, in this uplifting and diverse picture book that champions human connection. After all, the world is everyone's home and we're one big family!
“A diverse cast of children and families traverse the pages of this uplifting book... promoting a sense of inclusivity and much-needed empathy.”
Reading and discussion of Our World Is A Family with authors Miry Whitehill & Jennifer Jackson
Downloadable Materials
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Pictures by Nomar Perez
