Welcome to Bobville: City of Bobs by Jonah Winter
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Ages 3-7
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We were introduced to Jonah Winter’s work by way of his picture book biographies. He’s written some of our faves: Lillian’s Right To Vote, How Jelly Roll Morton Invented Jazz, the list goes on…
So… when Aidyn selected this off of the library’s top shelf display– I knew it’d be a hit.
This hilarious and timely picture book kept Aidyn laughing until the very end. From the ill-fitting clothing to the naiveté of the townspeople– Aidyn was both giggly and intrigued.
As a parent, it opened up a world of discussion– and even some internal reflection. It touches on social media comparison culture, blending in and doing what’s expected, conversations on inclusiveness. For the parent that dares– it even gives you the opportunity to discuss ‘The Wall’.
If you are looking for a way to chat with your child and remind them that– ‘It’s okay to be different’– this book is for you.
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Welcome to Bobville, home to people only named Bob! In Bobville, the Bobs eat the same food, wear the same clothes, watch the same movies, and have the same hobbies. They agree on everything– ESPECIALLY that they don’t like anyone who isn’t named Bob. The Bobs go about their Bob ways, until one day, to the surprise of the entire city, one resident decides he wants to do things a little differently, and live as Bruce. In response, the Bobs build a wall to keep Bruce, and anyone else who dares to be different, out of the city. But Bruce doesn’t mind– it turns out the diverse world outside of Bobville is actually very beautiful. In this timely picture book, bestselling author Jonah Winter and acclaimed illustrator Bob Staake explore how exclusion and walls breed intolerance, and how being different and open-minded enriches our lives and the world.
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