I came across a lovely blog in a homeschool group on Facebook,[...], written by Jamie C. Martin - and was immediately intrigued by her promotion of her new book, "Give Your Child the World" and her summer global reading challenge. I bought the book on Amazon and off to the library we went!
Each week, we were challenged to read from and explore a different region of our globe, and we gladly accepted the challenge! We gobbled up the delicious tales from all different countries and cultures. I especially enjoyed the variety of stories and recommendations from Jamie's book, and appreciated the time and devotion she put into this invaluable resource. We will definitely return to the book for reading recommendations beyond this summer challenge.
The challenge began with Multicultural books, in which we chose to read, "My Librarian Is a Camel" by Margriet Ruiz. We were truly thankful to have such easy access to our local libraries, and this book highlighted that and made us appreciate the love of reading around the world.
Next up, we read a book from Africa, "Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters" by John Steptoe. This gorgeous Caldecott Honor award picture book is a lovely tale of two daughters, one sweet and the other, not so much. A delightfully illustrated story about kindness, selfishness and attitude choices.
Next, we travelled to Europe and chose "The Cats in Krasinski Square" by Karen Hesse. Having always been inspired by tales of kindness and bravery in WWII Europe, this story of two sisters helping those in need, despite the dangers of the Gestapo did not disappoint.
The following week, we ventured to Asia, where we read "Tikki Tikki Tembo" by Arlene Mosel. This story of the boy with the very long name has been a favorite of mine for years, and I was overjoyed to share it with my kiddos.
Then, we packed up for a trip to the Middle East, specifically Egypt, which, to me, has always been THE place of mystery and dreams. Here, we chose "Mummies Made in Egypt" by Aliki. I have always loved the beauty and simplicity of Aliki's books, and the details and illustrations of this one are just perfect for kitties and older kids alike.
Arriving in North America was a difficult decision on what to read, since we are so familiar with many of the choices. We ended up choosing "Follow the Drinking Gourd" by Jeanette Winter, for its historical value, as well as its beautiful and touching illustrations. It is a great introduction to the history of slavery in our country, without being graphic or frightening.
South of the border, in Latin America, we chose "The Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain Forest" by Lynne Cherry. My daughter is very aware of environmental issues, and this amazingly illustrated story touched us all. {Spoiler} We especially loved that hearts were changed at the end.
Our final stop was Australia, Oceania, and the Polar Regions, where my son chose "Balto and the Great Rave" by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel. He's been on a dog kick lately, and we've read short stories about Balto in the past. Who doesn't love a heroic dog story (especially a TRUE one)?
We really had a great time reading all of these wonderful tales and learning about the different regions, cultures, and children around the world. I highly recommend this book to any parent or caregiver of children of any and all ages!
Enjoy fast, free delivery, exclusive deals, and award-winning movies & TV shows with Prime
Try Prime
and start saving today with fast, free delivery
Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.
Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.
Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.
Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.
Great on Kindle
Great Experience. Great Value.
Putting our best book forward
Each Great on Kindle book offers a great reading experience, at a better value than print to keep your wallet happy.
Explore your book, then jump right back to where you left off with Page Flip.
View high quality images that let you zoom in to take a closer look.
Enjoy features only possible in digital – start reading right away, carry your library with you, adjust the font, create shareable notes and highlights, and more.
Discover additional details about the events, people, and places in your book, with Wikipedia integration.
Get the free Kindle app: 
Enjoy a great reading experience when you buy the Kindle edition of this book. Learn more about Great on Kindle, available in select categories.
Discover the latest buzz-worthy books, from mysteries and romance to humor and nonfiction. Explore more
Frequently bought together
$15.73
Get it as soon as Saturday, May 18
In Stock
Total price:
To see our price, add these items to your cart.
Choose items to buy together.
Similar items that may ship from close to you
Page 1 of 1 Start overPage 1 of 1
About the author
Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
Reviews with images
Awesome, Amazing - Definitely Worth Every Single Penny!
The best! I am a homeschooling mom of four young children, and this sweet book has become an invaluable resource in our home. I love reading the descriptions of the recommended books - it is saving me a ton of time and research. After reading each section, I order all the books I want online from the library - then I can go pick them up - and I have a curated, wholesome and enriching curriculum supplement for free! I love how it's broken down by regions and also by age levels. This is helpful for me, since I have kids from toddler up to age 10. I've been a reader of Jamie's blogs (both Simple Homeschool and Steady Mom) for many years, and she has been a huge inspiration to me in my personal homeschooling journey. I am so grateful to live in a time when we have amazing resources and people like Jamie, who are putting so much light into the world through her passion and hard work. I am so glad I bought this book - it is now my "go-to" gift for my friends who are parents! :-)
Top reviews from other countries
Morgan Lee
High quality literature selections for exposing your family to the world
Reviewed in Canada on August 2, 2018
Mrs C
Invaluable resource especially for home educators
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2018Amazon Customer
Fantastic reference and very easy to use.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 18, 2018