The Book of Mean People

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Discover 'The Book of Mean People,' a captivating picture book crafted by literary legend Toni Morrison and her son, Slade Morrison. This 2023 edition, published by Hachette Children's Books, presents a unique exploration of meanness through the eyes of children. Perfect for parents, educators, and young readers alike, this book offers a humorous yet insightful narrative that resonates with today's youth. The story highlights the diverse faces of meanness, making it relatable for children who often encounter bullies, angry peers, and even mean family members. Through whimsical illustrations by bestselling artist Pascal Lemaitre, this book bridges the gap between childhood experiences and adult reflections on meanness. It promotes an uplifting message of optimism, kindness, and joy, empowering young readers to navigate a world filled with various forms of anger and meanness. Additionally, this edition features a new cover, enriching afterword, and updated back matter by acclaimed author Jewell Parker Rhodes, ensuring it remains relevant for new generations. Parents can confidently add 'The Book of Mean People' to their child's library, knowing it will spark meaningful discussions about emotions and social interactions. Order now and experience the authenticity and depth of Morrison's storytelling.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780316349673
Year: 2023
Publisher: Hachette Children's Books


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A new edition for a new world of one of literary legend Toni Morrison s first picture books with her son, Slade Morrison. With an afterword by the inimitable Jewell Parker Rhodes."This is a book about mean people. Some mean people are big. Some little people are mean." In Toni Morrison's second illustrated book collaboration with her son Slade, she offers a humorous and insightful look at how children experience meanness and anger in our world. The Morrisons recognized that the world and its language can be confusing to young people. To a child, meanness can have many shapes, sizes, and sounds. The wise young narrator shows that meanness can be a whisper or a shout, a smile or a frown as the list of mean people grows to include parents, siblings, and bullies of several varieties. Today s young readers certainly know about meanness and will feel satisfied by having their perspective championed in The Book of Mean People as well as heartened by the book s message of embracing optimism, kindness, and joy despite any meanness they encounter. And adult readers will no doubt recognize some of these situations from their own life. With whimsical yet sophisticated art by bestselling illustrator Pascal Lemaitre, The Book of Mean People is as relevant today as it was when it was originally published 20 years ago. Features a new cover and back matter that includes an afterword by bestselling and critically acclaimed author Jewell Parker Rhodes.

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