Cultivate empathy and boost key reading skills with this collection of 10 multicultural stories that center on friendships and school experiences. Although the characters in each story come from different cultural backgrounds, their experiences, which include feeling first-day jitters, making new friends, and conquering fears, are universally relatable. Each book provides background information and discussion prompts. Includes a family guide with reading tips and a companion website.

Key Features :

i : Authentic stories foster cultural awareness and sensitivity
ii : Each book is written and illustrated by creators from the featured cultural background
iii : Includes online support materials