PENGUIN The Day You Begin

I have bought this book thrice, once for my son and as a gift twice. It is enjoyable to read and has very many lessons. We live in the UAE among expats from many countries. This book is a great way to have conversations on diversity and different cultures.

Such. Great story for kids. As an adult I really enjoyed reading with my daughter!

Livro lindo, com belíssimas ilustrações. Apresenta diversos cenários do período da pandemia de uma forma poética e suave.

The first day of school usually starts with the ubiquitous ice breaker question- what did you do over the summer break?! A potentially harmless question, but for children who have nowhere to go or stuck at home due to other circumstances, this can be very alienating.Angelina has spent her summer taking care of her sister. Though she has travelled far off via books, there is no real experiences to share. Similarly, Rigberto feels alienated owing to his roots and a Korean girl feels alienated owing to her non traditional food choices.This is a book of children in normal circumstances feeling alienated due to reasons not in their control. The metaphor of constantly trying to measure up to their peers is something we all grapple with.A lovely message of finding it within yourself to not let self doubt hold you down. There will be times when you feel like you are very different from the rest, but that is a good opportunity to try to share your story and find the power of your own voice and the power of your unique self.Ideal for kids aged 5+ yrs

I usually don't write reviews but I found myself tearing up reading this book to my two girls. The message of acceptance and love and strength in our differences really touched me! I love the subtle hints that we are all different but all have things in common. Absolutely beautiful boom!

Meiner Tochter gefällt das Buch super. Sie ist bilingual und versteht es sehr gut mit 5 Jahren. Tolle Message auch.