Other Kids Are Kids Almost Just Like You

Join a lovable group of children in a delightful romp through an explanation of diversity, understanding it better, encouraging them to be compassionate towards others, regardless of who they are. Many kids today face bullying from their peers based on differences in race, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity. In a world where bullying and intolerance of diversity is becoming increasingly a problem, it's important to teach children – and adults – compassion for others. This book was written to inspire kids (and the adults who read it with kids) who are bullied for being different without focusing too strongly on the bullying angle. "Author and activist Christina Engela's 'Other Kids are Kids Almost Just Like You' is a small gem, a humorous, non-didactic children's book that sings the joys of difference, whether it be race, sexual orientation or just the pride of individuality. 'Other Kids' teaches a gentle lesson about the serious issue of bullying." "With beautiful illustrations by Amanda M. Lyons and a powerful, humor-infused message to kids: it's not only ok to be different, it's brilliant." – Alex S. Johnson, Author of 'The Doom Hippies'. "Other Kids Are Kids Almost Just Like You" by Christina Engela celebrates the concept of diversity and how precious every child is. This book is about intolerance, diversity, and bullying and encourages readers to accept everyone, irrespective of their differences based on gender, race, and color. The book also emphasizes being compassionate to everyone, regardless of their color, status, and gender. Bullying and intolerance are relevant topics in today's times and this book is good for read-aloud sessions in classrooms to help children be more tolerant and compassionate towards others. The illustrations lend clarity to the concept and help readers connect with the author's words. The author's approach to the subject is unique and different, and she makes the book appealing to children with the help of colorful illustrations. It is a good book to teach children to be kind and compassionate." - Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite, Oct 17, 2019