About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking where Grandma is when she is sleeping, or why the sun goes down here while it is daytime elsewhere. It is a beautiful remedy for the 'main character' syndrome of early childhood, gently expanding a child's worldview beyond their own backyard. By following 24 different children across 24 time zones, the story illustrates that while we are separated by oceans and hours, we are all part of one synchronous global moment. This book is perfect for building early empathy and a sense of belonging within a vast, diverse world. It is ideally suited for children ages 4 to 9 who are beginning to grasp the concepts of time, geography, and cultural variety. Parents will appreciate the way it turns a complex scientific concept into a warm, human-centered journey.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and focuses on everyday activities. There are no heavy themes of trauma or conflict. It depicts a wide range of lifestyles, from urban apartments to rural landscapes, in a realistic and respectful manner.
Ideal Reader
A 6-year-old who is fascinated by maps or clocks, or a child who has recently moved away from friends and family and needs to feel that they are still 'under the same sky' as their loved ones.
