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Of all the books published to celebrate the Millennium this must surely be one of the most important. We reiterate the fundamental rights that should belong to all children of the world - as set down in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Retold in a simple, evocative text that can be understood by every child - each right is interpreted in a stunning double page spread by some of the world's most acclaimed children's artists.
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:'Whoever we are, wherever we liveThese are the rights of every child under The sun, and the moon and the stars.'In November 1989 the United Nations formally adopted 54 principles which make up the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. From the right to a name and a nationality to the right to education and play and special protection for disabled children, the fourteen rights most pertinent to young children have been carefully chosen and interpreted here in simple language. 191 of the world's 193 countries have ratified the Convention making themselves legally bound to comply with its obligations. There is a wonderful international cast of acclaimed illustrators: from Britain, Shirley Hughes, Babette Cole, John Burningham and Peter Weevers; from the US Jerry Pinkney and Rachel Isadora; from Ireland PJ Lynch; French artist Philippe Dumas, Chilean illustrator Claudio Munoz; from Germany Henriette Sauvant; Indian artists Amrit and Rabindra K. D Kaur Singh; from Japan Satoshi Kitamura; Zimbabwe-born Ken Wilson Max; from China a brilliant new young artist Yang Twesi-yu. Each has illustrated a different right with an outstanding double page spread making a powerful and moving book that is both an important souvenir and a stunning picture book to be treasured.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Produced by UNICEF, this book illustrates children's rights as set out in the UN convention on the rights of the child. The text is simple enough to be understood by fairly young children but conveys its message very effectively. It is illustrated in a variety of styles, showing children from all over the world in different situations.
I have used this book both with the children attending my out-of-school club, and also with the staff to raise their awareness of what children in our care are entitled to expect of us. I would reccommend this to parents or anyone working with children not only as a beautiful picture book, but as an invaluable resource in a society where multicultural issues and the rights of children are becoming increasingly important.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I actually bought this book as a christening gift.
There is a wonderful foreword by Archbishop Tutu hi-lighting how innocent children become victims of wars they do not understand and how we must ensure that we always protect them from such horrors.
Then as you start to read the book you are captivated by a beautiful double page illustration from leading authors and illustrators to accompany the ' rights of the child' statement that has been chosen.
The statements are a powerful reminder of our responsiblity to children and how we influence them on aspects of love, family values, religions, disabilities and friendships.
This book will become a firm favourite of children and adults and will be read time and time again. Indeed some of the statements could become bedtime prayers.
For every book purchased a donation is made to UNICEF and that gives you an even better feel good factor!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A lovely book which covers many issues that are sometimes difficult to find in children's books.
Great for anyone working with children!
It covers many issues such as basic human rights e.g love, care, somewhere to live, education, play, rest etc along with other issues such as disability, adoption, war, religions, race, culture, abuse etc
They have used a variety of artists which means the illustrations are varied which encourages children's visual stimulation and the text is in a simple format for children to understand
Not really a storybook but certainly raises things that all children should be aware of and whether on a one to one or in a group this will stimulate discussion.
Great for anyone working with children!
It covers many issues such as basic human rights e.g love, care, somewhere to live, education, play, rest etc along with other issues such as disability, adoption, war, religions, race, culture, abuse etc
They have used a variety of artists which means the illustrations are varied which encourages children's visual stimulation and the text is in a simple format for children to understand
Not really a storybook but certainly raises things that all children should be aware of and whether on a one to one or in a group this will stimulate discussion.
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This book deserves a place on every child's bookshelf!
This beautiful picture book never fails to bring a tear to my eye when I read it to my two-year-old daughter. Read more
Published 4 months ago by writingkatie
Wonderful
A must for anyone working with children or teaching adults to become childcare workers. Wonderful illustrations and words highlighting the rights of every child anywhere in the... Read more
Published on 9 July 2009 by Alison Joyce
a treasure for schools , nurserys etc etc
This book yelled"Buy me, buy me"and I couldn't resist. I work in school and it reminded me of how precious our charges are.
Published on 24 April 2002 by "carrie2505"
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