The Peace Book

by Todd Parr

Overview

Today everyone is talking about peace. But how do you explain this abstract concept to young children? Todd Parr is here to help. Like his bestselling title It's Okay to Be Different, The Peace Book gives parents and teachers a valuable tool in talking about a challenging subject. Todd's bright, child-friendly pictures and simple, inspiring text tell kids just what they need to know.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780316510776
Publisher:	Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Publication date:	10/31/2017
Pages:	22
Sales rank:	586,158
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 7.00(h) x 0.60(d)
Age Range:	3 Months to 3 Years

About the Author

Todd Parr has inspired and empowered children around the world with his bold images and positive messages. He is the bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Goodbye Book, The Family Book, The I Love You Book, and It's Okay to be Different. He lives in Berkeley, California.

Hometown:

Berkeley, California

Date of Birth:

July 9, 1962

Place of Birth:

Rock Springs, Wyoming

Education:

High school diploma

Website:

http://www.toddparr.com

Editorial Reviews

Peace is revealed Todd Parr style in this refreshing, eloquent picture book from the author of the bestselling The Family Book and It's Okay to Be Different. In his usual style of primary-color illustrations and simple statements that convey profound meaning beneath a jovial exterior, Parr tells readers about how to bring peace to their neighborhood and describes both the essence of peace and what it feels like. From "Peace is keeping the water blue for all the fish" to "Peace is offering a hug to a friend" to "Peace is having enough pizza in the world for everyone," the author gives kids plenty to think about, with smiley-face characters always reassuring kids that peace means happiness and contentment. For those who haven't yet discovered Parr's brand of storybook magic -- and for anyone looking for a ray of sunshine during turbulent times -- The Peace Book is a great place to begin.

bn.com

Todd Parr's The Peace Book is a timely explanation of the term for young readers living in a sometimes uneasy world. In the neon-hued, cartoon landscape, peace can be anything from "keeping the water blue for all the fish" to "wearing different clothes" (the picture shows two girls, one in funky bellbottoms, the other in a traditional burqa) to "having enough pizza in the world for everyone." Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.

Publishers Weekly

K-Gr 2-For children, the concept of peace can be a difficult one to understand, and Parr makes an admirable attempt to explain it. He relates the notion to making new friends, listening to different kinds of music, and helping your neighbor. Where he stretches it a bit is with sentiments such as, "Peace is wishing on a star" or "-watching it snow," even if the images are tranquil. Bright primary colors and bold black outlines define cartoonlike characters (animal and human) with smiling features. A helpful and engaging book that's sure to spark discussion.-Blair Christolon, Prince William Public Library System, Manassas, VA Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.

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