I am grateful to Net Galley for the chance to review this book. At a time when people are concerned that the books used in public schools are teaching our children to take sides (I personally have not seen this.) , I believe that this book is a great way to introduce children to all the ways that people are similar. They may speak a different language, live in different style homes, eat different foods. or have different chores but our basic needs are the same. Using illustrations and short sentences the author shows that we all need to communicate, feel loved and protected, have shelter, learn, eat, help our families, be part of a community, need to play and need to dream. Examples are shown from the United States, the Navajo Nation, Uganda, Egypt, Mozambique, New Guinea, Pakistan, Mexico, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, India, Afghanistan, Singapore, Nicaragua, South Africa, Japan, Canada, Chile, Brazil, Australia, Vietnam, Nigeria,
Although it is recommended for ages 8-12, I think it would be a great read aloud starting at Kindergarten (if not read all at once.
I appreciate the fact that Further Readings are suggested at the back of the book as well as the resources used in the writing of this book.

Open kids' eyes to the big, wide world with some multicultural, inclusive sharing about school, community and family life, first words, favorite foods and hobbies through short 3-5 sentence blurbs. Further reading suggestions are provided for those wanting to learn more about some of the different cultures mentioned in the personal accounts. Great for kids with shorter attention spans for a read along to discuss some of the pictures and topics discussed.

"Same Here!" by Susan Hughes is a wonderful, colourful celebration of things that bring us together but also highlights diverse experiences across the globe. Readers are introduced to many different experiences, words, language, and cultural practices through short anecdotes and brightly coloured illustrations. This work is a great place to begin discussions of diverse families, experiences, etc.