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Celebrate International Children’s Book Day 2023

During the month of October, every year, the World Book and Copyright Foundation (WBC) sponsors the International Children’s Book Day (ICBD). The ICBD is a celebration of books for children and young adults and a way to raise awareness about the importance of books in our lives. In addition to raising awareness of books and copyright issues, the ICBD also supports literacy programs and provides children with books for free.

Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho

Whether you are looking for a children’s book to read to your child, or you want to learn more about multicultural books, Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho is an excellent choice. It is an illustrated love letter that celebrates diversity, family, and heritage.

It is a powerful book that teaches young readers to accept themselves and their differences. It can help build empathy and compassion for all people. This is a perfect book for any child, but it’s especially important for children of color.

Eyes That Kiss in the Corners is written by Joanna Ho, a writer, educator, and high school principal from the Bay Area. Ho is passionate about equity work and anti-bias education. She is also the author of Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma. She has worked with an alternative to prison program and is a strong advocate for racial justice. She enjoys outdoor adventures and dance parties with her family. She has a website and Instagram.

This Could Be You by Cindy Williams Schrauben

Introducing the latest from local children’s book author Cindy Williams Schrauben, This Could Be You, is out now. This book has a message about diversity, encouraging children to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams. It’s a great read-aloud book with fun illustrations and a great message.

The author is a big literacy advocate and loves connecting with kids. She often participates in events at bookstores and children’s museums. She recently introduced a program called Books for Kids – Partners in Literacy. She is also an acquisitions editor for Blue Whale Press.

This Could Be You is written in rhyme and uses inclusive imagery. The book features children of different races, genders, and abilities. The book’s message is that everyone is a unique person, and everyone can be everything they want. It’s a great book for kids who need extra confidence.

Watercress by Andrea Wang by Jason Chin

Whether you are a new reader or a seasoned one, Watercress is a great book to explore. It is a story about forgiveness, redemption, and family. The book is perfect for groups to read aloud. It’s a book about the difficult memories that bring us together and can help heal trauma.

This book is a great way to start discussions with your children about the hard things in life. It’s also a book that can be used to teach them about their own heritage and identity. It can help them learn to be proud of their family’s history.

Watercress is a story about a young girl who grows up in a family of Chinese immigrants. She feels embarrassed about the fact that her parents make her pick weeds and pick watercress, and she wishes she could get food at a restaurant instead of foraging in the wild. But when she finds watercress growing in the middle of a road, she learns that it is important to her parents.

World Book and Copyright Day

Originally, World Book Day was held on the death anniversary of author Miguel de Cervantes. It was later changed to 23 April. It also coincides with the death anniversary of William Shakespeare.

Today, World Book and Copyright Day is celebrated in more than 100 countries worldwide. It is organized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). It is an opportunity to celebrate books and writers. It promotes reading, publishing, copyright awareness, and copyright protection.

Books are essential vehicles for education, cultural awareness, and information. They are a bridge between past and future, and a tool for combating misinformation and inequalities. They help children learn reading skills, math skills, and address contemporary challenges.