Families who loved A School Like Mine: A Unique Celebration of Schools Around the World by Zahavit Shalev often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child expresses anxiety about starting school or shows a budding interest in how other children live. This vibrant photographic journey bridges the gap between different and alike by exploring the daily school lives of students across the globe. From the uniforms they wear to the lunch they eat, it offers a comforting perspective on the shared experiences of childhood while celebrating the unique beauty of diverse cultures. Appropriate for elementary age children, it focuses on themes of empathy and belonging. It is an ideal tool for parents looking to foster a global mindset or support a child through a major transition like a move or a new school year. By seeing that kids in Japan, India, and Brazil also have classroom chores and playground games, your child will feel a greater sense of connection to the world around them.
