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Different Like Me

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Wow this book is such a win! Thank you!! I cannot wait to read this with my children. The illustrations were beautiful, the words easily understood, the rhyme and pacing perfect for read aloud time. Great job!

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What a wonderful colorful book this was. Perfect for young children or a preschool or kindergarten class.

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Different Like Me is a wonderful children’s book by Xochitl Dixon. I thought it was a great way to teach children that we all are different and we should embrace each other’s differences. The colorful and vibrant illustrations by Bonnie Lui was a perfect touch. It covers a variety of differences that we may come across. Including: skin color, disabilities, emotions, languages and cultures. I love that it shows that we are all part of God’s creation.
Different Like Me is getting a very well deserved five plus star. I highly recommend it for children and families who want to teach and learn about the differences of everyone and how we are all loved by God. Especially for children who are in the age range of three and six years of age.
I received Different Like Me from the publisher. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

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Different Like Me is a stunningly beautiful picture book focusing on the unique qualities of people.

The rhyming scheme is simple yet makes it way more fun to sing along and read the song. I love that the book is diverse and includes many different people in it, which plays right into the message.

There is religious comments in it, so buyer beware if you don't want to see anything about God. It's not preachy though, only suggesting God made everyone different for a reason - to be special. So no harm, no foul.

Three out of five stars.

Thank you to NetGalley and Our Daily Bread Publishing for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.

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Thank you to Our Daily Bread Publishing and NetGalley for a digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion!

Different Like Me by Xochitl Dixon is a wonderful children's book talking about the physical differences of children, whether it be race, hair type, body type, or ability level. But, it also talks about how, despite those differences, we all have similar feelings of hope, joy, sadness and kindness.

This book includes quotes from the Bible as well as discussion tips of God's creation at the end which may dissuade some people. Despite this, the message is lovely and important in terms of race, gender and ability.

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What a wonderful and creative book for children (and adults)! The artwork is beautiful. Inspirational and adorable.

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Most inclusive childrens book that I have ever seen. The title does a great job of showing how everyone is different, startign with us. Great words of wisdom that will make the world more accpetable for everyone and make everyone feel accepted.

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I thought that this was a lovely story and I loved the images used.

The book was easy to follow and the story was easy to understand too.

The book does have some biblical verses in it but I thought it was great and skipped those as I am not religious so this book really can be read by anyone as it has a great point to get over.

The book is set perfectly for the target audience – it is 5 stars from me for this one!

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This was very cute and I adored the art style.

i loved seeing kids of all different skin types and abilities being featured and love the overall theme.

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I loved the message this book sends... Noticing everyone's physical differences but by the end realizing that people aren't so different after all. The only criticism I have is the inclusion of God at the very end, as it assumes the reader believes in God and that lost people believe in God, but that kind of goes against the message the author is trying to relay.

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When I saw this title as an option to request I could not read it soon enough, this book is just beyond amazing in so many ways. As a momma to a three year old, one of my biggest hopes is that she’ll always strive to BE different, and welcome differences in the others around her. Seeing the beautiful images of these children playing together, and hearing these words along with them spark such joy for us BOTH. A truly wonderful children’s book that can be appreciated by ALL.

Bonnie Lui’s illustrations are perfection, the colors and details are just beautiful. I just don’t have enough words to convey how much I loved the palette used in this title, we will definitely be buying a copy of this must have book.

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I really enjoyed this book. It was sweet and had a great message. The child realizes that all children are different in many ways, appearance, family, strengths, likes, dislikes, and so many more. The book celebrates the differences children have, and the illustrations support the message. There is a diverse group of children on every page. However, once the child in this story recognizes and acknowledges the differences, he also recognizes their similarities. All children want can be kind and caring towards others. It's a beautiful story with a message everyone need to hear.

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This book has a valuable lesson about the Christian belief of all being made in the image of God - even if we look, act, think, and feel differently, all people are equal in the eyes of God. One of the most valuable parts of this title is the Parent Guide to help begin discussion about this book's lesson.

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Different Like Me // by Xochitl Dixon // illustrated by Bonnie Lui

Different Like Me focuses all on the differences between us all, whether those are skin color, hair, language, hobbies, abilities, etc. But at the same time, it also shows us how we have many things in common despite those differences, such as our feelings. It teaches us that every person is special in their own way, whether they are similar or different to someone else. While this book starts and ends with a biblical verse, what I enjoyed about it is that it is a great story with a great lesson whether you are Christian or not. This book is very easily adapted to be used without religion in mind if that is something that is needed. The illustrations are beautiful and really enhance the story as well. For those interested in digging deeper into the theme of this book with their children, there are some great questions at the end of the book to encourage further discussions!

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review!

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A wonderful kids book expressing the beautiful uniqueness of humans, and how God designed it that way for a plan and purpose. <3

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I was not able to review this title because it is not a Kindle file which is all that I read. I wish they would list the fact that it is a PDF file in the description to avoid any unnecessary downloads of books I don't have the ability to read. I think that would be really helpful to everyone.

ADDENDUM: The publisher was kind enough to send me a physical copy of this book and it is wonderful.

This is an absolutely beautifully illustrated book about the ways in which children are different and yet the same. This is a Christian themed book which mentions God and his creations.

“I look all around me and what do I see? So many kids who are different from me”. “But while we are different . . .we FEEL things the same. We are happy and hurried, We Feel Scared, We feel sad. We feel grumpy and worried, We Feel free, We Feel glad.” “We’re all good at something, and have kindness to share”

This hardcover book is a beautiful addition to a young child’s library. It shows children of all colors, some disabled, some from far away places. It talks about speaking differently and looking differently but feeling the same sorts of things. The illustrations are vibrantly colored and will definitely appeal to young children. The illustrations are also detailed and there is lots to look at. My 4 year old granddaughter loved it and I can highly recommend it.

I would like this review on NetGalley for those that read the PDF version, so they can know it's a 5 star read as a physical copy.

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In a time when diversity is on the forefront this is a fantastic book to share with young children. The book starts with showing how we are different and it covers a multitude of differences. The book then shows how even with those differences we are all very similar. I like that it does not just highlight differences and try to make us just be okay with those differences, it also shows why we are so similar and should not treat people differently. so often we tell kids what to do but not necessary why. You can tell a child "yes, he is different than you, but treat him the same you would anyone else, but we do not tell them why. Yes, we should just be nice to all, but this book gives more and helps younger kids understand, The illustrations are very cute and colorful. I am sure if this is being read aloud they will appreciate the pictures when shown. I am a Christian and appreciate the religion aspect of this book, however I am not sure this could be read in public schools which is a shame. The end of the book has information for continued conversation with children some of that is Christian based, some is not. I believe with some creative thinking public school teachers might be able to make this work. I hope so! It is so important to teach our children that while we are different, we are also the same. I am giving this book a solid 5 start review. Thank you to NG, the author, the illustrator, and publisher for allowing me to read this book in exchange for a honest review.

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Different Like Me, written by Xochitl Dixon, is a darling book about what makes children different and the common identities that unite us all. The illustrations in this book were absolutely stunning and my favorite part of the story.

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Different Like Me is a great book for the kindergarten, grade 1 level. It shows a myriad of ways kids are different but in an age appropriate level. I love that there are discussion questions at the back to bring the topic further into the children's minds. The pictures were vibrant and you could see differences in the pictures which the children could spot . Very cute book. . #netgalley #ourdailybreadpublishing

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We are all unique in our differences. We are dark and fair and all colors in between. We follow different religions of faith and speak different languages. We belong to different countries. Some speak with their hands, see with sticks and can move only in a wheelchair. Despite our differences we share the same feelings of hope, despair and yearn to be cared and loved by others.

In this book, a group of diverse children are walking with a balloon to a surprise destination. As they make their journey, they make new friends and explore the differences, similarities and learn how to overcome a hurdle together.

This picturebook touches on the most important concept that even though children look different, we are all human and have to look after one another. I loved the colorful illustrations and the fish balloon is a ‘cool’ character with interesting emotions.

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