We All Play
We All Play by Julie Flett is a bilingual children’s book published by Greystone Kids in 2021, featuring 48 pages of vibrant illustrations. This engaging work focuses on the joyful interactions between children and animals, celebrating the essence of playtime for babies, toddlers, and kids up to age 7. Through delightful imagery, readers will encounter various animals, such as birds, bears, and whales, alongside a diverse group of children who share in the joy of play.
The book emphasizes the connection between children and the natural world, showcasing playful scenes that culminate in a gentle bedtime conclusion. In addition to the charming narrative, this edition includes a glossary of Cree words for the wild animals featured, as well as a pronunciation guide with audio links. We All Play serves as both a delightful story and an educational resource, making it a valuable addition to any child’s bookshelf.
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A BEST CHILDREN’S BOOK OF THE YEAR: New York Times, Washington Post, New York Public Library, Kirkus Reviews, Globe and Mail, Horn Book, and Boston Globe
STARRED Reviews in Kirkus, Publisher’s Weekly, The Horn Book, School Library Journal
A 2022 Best Book for Babies
From Julie Flett, the beloved author and illustrator of Birdsong, comes a joyous new book about playtime for babies, toddlers, and kids up to age 7.
Animals and kids love to play! This wonderful book celebrates playtime and the connection between children and the natural world. Beautiful illustrations show:
- birds who chase and chirp!
- bears who wiggle and wobble!
- whales who swim and squirt!
- owls who peek and peep!
- and a diverse group of kids who love to do the same, shouting:
We play too! / kimêtawânaw mîna
At the end of the book, animals and children gently fall asleep after a fun day of playing outside, making this book a great bedtime story. A beautiful ode to the animals and humans we share our world with, We All Play belongs on every bookshelf.
This book also includes:
- A glossary of Cree words for wild animals in the book
- A pronunciation guide and link to audio pronunciation recordings
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