On Our Street

The writing is clear and accurate. A positive attempt at a difficult subject, this book will be most useful in situations where caring adults can help children understand and work through their feelings about the topic. -- (11/08/2017) This straightforward, gentle entry in the World around Us series does a good job of explaining those concepts to a young audience in terms they can understand&#8230This is a useful starting point for conversations about an important topic. --Booklist (11/29/2017) This is a frank yet sensitive introduction to the issues of homelessness&#8230Colour photographs offer a humanizing and diverse representation of poverty. Realistic watercolour illustrations featuring two girls and a boy throughout the book and provide a sense of continuity. -- (03/08/2018) This timely book is a brief invitation to children to wonder and to ask questions&#8230The layout of On Our Street is inviting: double spreads for each question, with large clear font and generous space allocated to photos and drawings&#8230This book will be a terrific catalyst for parents and teachers to open kids' eyes to the realities of their day-to-day world and to encourage them to share personal experiences&#8230It may never be too soon to begin to learn about these complex issues. And whenever they are ready, On Our Street, part of 'The World Around Us' series, will be a fine first step toward enhancing that understanding. Highly Recommended. -- (11/03/2017)