A Hundred Thousand Welcomes
A Hundred Thousand Welcomes by Mary Lee Donovan is a beautifully illustrated picture book published by HarperCollinsPublishers in 2021. This 40-page work invites readers to explore the concept of hospitality and acceptance through the lens of diverse cultures, featuring the word “welcome” in over fourteen languages. The book aims to foster a sense of family, friendship, and empathy, making it a thoughtful addition to any collection.
Readers will find a journey around the globe as the narrative introduces various ways to express welcome, highlighting the importance of connection and understanding among people. The engaging illustrations by Lian Cho complement Donovan’s concise text, creating a vibrant exploration of social themes and manners. This edition also includes a pronunciation guide, notes from both the artist and author, and additional information about the languages featured, enriching the reading experience.
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Welcome, come in! You are invited to travel to homes around the world in this beautifully illustrated picture book about hospitality and acceptance, which features the word “welcome” from more than fourteen languages. Fans of Here We Are and The Wonderful Things You Will Be will enjoy this timeless story about family, friendship, empathy, and welcoming others.
Welcome, friend. Welcome.
There are almost as many ways of making someone feel welcome as there are people on our planet. To welcome another is to give that person and yourself a chance at a new connection, a new friendship, and maybe even new eyes through which to view the world.
Journey around the globe as A Hundred Thousand Welcomes introduces the word for “welcome” in fourteen languages to illuminate a universal message of hope and acceptance. Mary Lee Donovan’s spare text is brought to life by Lian Cho’s boisterous, richly detailed illustrations.
Includes a pronunciation guide, a note from the artist, a note from the author, and information about the languages featured in the book.
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