It’s nighttime and baby Elisa can’t stop crying. What starts as a whimper becomes as noisy as a fire truck. Her parents try to comfort her, but to no avail. One by one, residents from Elisa’s apartment block stop by to offer support: a book, a bouquet of flowers . . . a choir of … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: A Sleepless Night
In a world that thrives on connection, fostering empathy and compassion in young learners is more important than ever. The Caring attribute of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Learner Profile emphasizes kindness, respect, and a genuine desire to help others, shaping students into thoughtful, socially responsible individuals. The beauty of picture books lies in their ability … Continue reading #IBLPKidLit: Caring– Stories of Kindness
The Knowledgeable attribute of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Learner Profile highlights the importance of gaining a deep understanding across a variety of disciplines. It encourages students to critically explore complex concepts, connect ideas across subjects, and approach issues from both local and global perspectives. This attribute fosters problem-solving skills, promotes lifelong learning, and prepares students … Continue reading #IBLPKidLit: Knowledgeable– From Curiosity to Expertise
The Open-minded attribute of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Learner Profile is all about embracing diversity and being open to new perspectives. In today’s interconnected world, open-mindedness plays a vital role in helping students become internationally minded individuals who understand and appreciate cultures, values, and ideas different from their own. This quality encourages learners to actively … Continue reading #IBLPKidLit: Open-Minded – Fostering Global Citizens Through Picture Books
March 2 #IBLPKidLit-- Inquirers: Inspiring Curious Minds Curiosity is a superpower! It drives us to ask questions, seek answers, and dive deep into the unknown. As librarians and educators, we’re blessed with the unique opportunity to nurture that natural spark of curiosity in young learners and help them become inquirers—students who eagerly explore and seek … Continue reading #IBLPKidLit: Inquirers– Inspiring Curious Minds
Image source: IBO Welcome to the IB Learner Profile #IBLPKidLit month, where we dive into global children's literature through the lens of the IB Learner Profile! Each day, we'll explore some of the most recently published books written and/or illustrated by international creators, connecting them to the values that shape IB education. Why the IB … Continue reading #IBLPKidLit: Global Stories, Global Perspectives– Exploring the IB Learner Profile Through Global Children’s Literature
Readers are transported to a zany primary school classroom in India, with The Homework telling a story of a class assignment that makes its way to an unforeseen conclusion. With each frame set against the blue-lined paper of the ubiquitous school notebook, the book hits a cheeky note from the get-go, with its opening lines: … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: The Homework
Filled with imaginative illustrations, Thread by Thread is a delightful picture book for readers age 4-7 that is based on a single, wonderfully extended metaphor--knitting. It's also a moving story about a family of refugee mice. When the story begins, the family lives in a lovely, tidy, red knit house: "Toasty warm in my home, … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: Thread By Thread
When Banned Book Club, a YA graphic novel-memoir by Kim Hyun Sook, Kp Hyung-Ju, and Ryan Estrada appeared in 2020, it gained widespread attention for its account of a provincial first-year university student in South Korea 1983 who learns about her country’s dictatorship and the freedom struggle when she joins a traditional dance team and its … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: No Rules Tonight
A new year brings a fresh start for the Tanaka family. In All in a Year, a picture book aimed at readers ages 3+, the Tanakas move out of their apartment into a cozy new home. With each new page, readers accompany the family through their daily lives and the changing seasons of the year. … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: All in a Year
Global Literature in Libraries Initiative 