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Whoever You Arex$4.85
 (28 reviews)
Best Price: $6.95 $4.85
Every day all over the world, children are laughing and crying, playing and learning, eating and sleeping. They may not look the same. But inside, they are alike. Available for the first time as a board book, this is an inspiring celebration for all children, whoever they are.
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Customer Reviews
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Teaching We Are All One Family
By A2NAM6PUE3TGDU on 2001-10-25
" Little one, whoever you are, wherever you are, there are little ones just like you all over the world." This very simple opening starts a paean to the universality of the human experience. As humans we experience sadness and joy, tears and laughter, and it is these common experiences that unite all people for "their words may be very different from yours. But inside, their hearts are just like yours." Staub's illustrations seem to underscore this message. Diverse people, lands, and languages are presented in a folk art style with surrealistic touches. Our guide through these pages is a man in a "cloud" suit who carries four children of different races as they view people all over the world. But what unifies the poem, beside the guide, is that each of the pictures is placed in a hand-carved frame with encased gems. It feels like we are looking at pictures of someone's family. That the human race is a family is also underscored with these framed pictures. This would be an excellent book for teaching tolerance and understanding of others.
This is who we are...
By A3SPS676WH28XT on 2002-12-24
As the home educator of children from toddler to pre-school, representing a wide range of cultures, this wonderful inclusive book is soothing and almost prayerful. I discovered it on a list of books recommended by Heifer.org, a non-profit organization bringing respectful solutions to many nations affected by poverty. The drawings by Leslie Staub, gently framed with "jewelled" borders, are universal. The text, by Mem Fox, reaches deep inside of us. Indeed, every child, every adult, has hearts that are "just the same" regardless of all the differences that separate us. It is hard to imagine anyone who can think war is the answer to anything, after reading this book. I heartily recommend it.
WONDERFUL Book!
By A1UM3D21471TLU on 2004-11-13
This book is a big hit with my PRE-K class! I was pleasantly surprised at how responsive and attentive they were while I was reading this. They have memorized most of the book. They all loved it! An excellent resource for teaching about diversity and various cultures! I'd definitely recommend reading this book to/with ages four through maybe second grade.
All the world's children have the same wants and needs 
By A2WCNYAF5HR0PB on 2004-12-27
I am a Lutheran church librarian and I am glad I bought this very satisfactory book for our church library. Its text stresses that children are the same the world over. They have the same feelings and needs, and have the same hopes and dreams. The illustrations are a nice change from the usual. Each page is surrounded by a gold picture frame in which faux jewels are embedded. The illustrations appear to be tempera or opaque watercolor, drawn in Persian style. The colors are very saturated. The book's cover gives you an idea of what they look like. The message of this book is one of diversity--that even though children live in different parts of the world and may have different nationalities, races, ethnicities, languages or faiths, they still have the same hopes, dreams and daily needs. This is a very important message for children to hear in today's world where there is so much suspicion of those we "perceive" to be different. The more children realize that kids are the same everywhere, the more tolerant they will be. Children pick up prejudice by the time they are three years of age, say researchers, so you have to nip it in the bud very early, and this book does that in a wonderful way.
Wonderful for children!
By on 2000-10-11
This is a wonderful book to share with children. I first heard of it in an elementary school where the social worker read it to the whole first grade. The illustrations are rich and detailed. They spur conversations about the various cultures they capture. The verse is simple but conveys a powerful message about how everyone is the same regardless of where you are, we are all humans. I have bought this for my friends that have newborn babies since I first read it. It promotes the celebration of diversity and humanity. It's a book to keep for always.
- Exactly the message children need
By A3AFZC1VZ1XZTZ on 2002-10-19
This book is a true blessing in the middle of our divisive world. Fox's words and the amazing illustrations are helping my two year old understand that children everywhere have boo-boo's, love their Mommies and do many of the same things she does. It is now her favorite book, probably because of the gorgeous (I cannot stress that enough) colors in the illustrations. I am buying this for every child I know for Christmas.
- Great book for every child
By on 2000-01-03
I loved this book and plan to give it to everybody I know when they have a new baby. It is, as the other reviews say, a book about how all children in the world, regardless of where they live and their culture, are fundamentally the same -- they smile the same, cry the same, laugh the same, hurt the same. And it is a book that anyone can give their child regardless of their race, gender, nationality, etc., because it is so beautifully inclusive of many cultures. And I like it that the angelic figure who guides us through the book is a beautifully illustrated African man in a suit and hat. I think it's a wonderful book to welcome a child into the world. Definitely a keeper that the child will pass on to his or her children. I just bought 3 more copies today for two new babies and one to keep on hand for the next one who comes along! My other favorite new baby book is On The Day You Were Born, also wonderful for children of any race, gender, nationality, etc. because of it's inclusive language and artwork.
- A beautifully positive book
By on 2000-06-16
The only detraction from the reviews listed is the sour tone from Horn Book. Was it really necessary to include this opinion? This is the type of book that will appeal to anyone who can open their heart. The beautiful illustrations are accompanied by words that ring true. I love this book--and my class of 6-9 year olds cherish it.
- Teaching Our Children Right
By on 2000-02-04
What better way to begin teaching your child how to be a citizen of the world than by sharing this book with her? Though recommended for ages 4 - 8, it is my 17 month old's favorite book. The illustrations are colorful and enchanting, the text rhythmic and clear. The story is simple, yet profound:"love is the same, pain is the same, joy is the same, blood is the same..." "Whoever you are, whoever they are, all over the world."
- Belongs In Every Child's Library
By on 1998-12-08
In my constant quest for books that not only entertain my young son but also have something meaningful to say, this one is currently at the top of the list. Beautiful to behold in every way, Whoever You Are is destined to become a favorite. I took it to the office, placed it near the coffee pots and tacked a sticky note to the cover that said, "STOP! Take a minute to read this book!" Co-workers dropped by my desk in a steady stream to thank me for sharing this sweet book. The artwork is striking and rich - amazing from cover to cover. PLEASE SHARE THIS BOOK! It conveys a message that could change the way a child (or adult) views the world...
- Just Right...
By A2I6VLU3J91Q4E on 2004-07-02
for teaching children that the way we are is not the only way to be. Great but not heavy-handed book for preschoolers about differences and similarities, whoever you are, wherever you are...
- The best book ever!
By on 2000-06-15
This is a book that everyone should own, not just every child. It reminds us that deep inside we all are the same. It makes no difference what the outside looks like. The author takes a difficult subject and creates the most wonderful story.
- Beautifully Illustrated and Inspirational
By on 1998-11-23
I went book shopping for a small child, and the cover of this book was so striking that I ended up buying it for myself! I often take it out and read it when I feel lonely because it helps me to remember that we are all interconnected, regardless of race or ethnicity. The pictures are so beautiful, I wish I could hang them on my wall.Highly recommended to people of all ages.
- Whoever you are (Reading Rainbow Book)
By A2ZLETEUKK4A6V on 2006-03-10
It is a good start on introducing children to other cultures and helping them to understand the similiararities, but it generalizes a bit..some of the people look like stereotypes
- If only adults would remember this message
By A5MK5JH2TZKM on 2006-11-28
My 2.5 year old daughter loves this book. It has colorful pictures and an important message: Joy is the same, love is the same, hurts are the same, tears are the same...all over the world. If only adults could remember this message - the world would be a more peaceful place. Books like these can help teach the next generation.
The message is more complicated than perhaps what my 2.5 yr old daughter can understand so the book would be appropriate for older (school age) children, but she still loves it all the same. It's one of her favorites, and mine.
- Wonderful Book
By on 2001-07-17
This is a great book, it teaches children about differences among cultures while teaching that we all have feelings. It is a wonderful book for children, a must read.
- Perfect for all children!
By A1HGNT2EHZBZKX on 2007-01-20
I found this book at the library and never wanted to return it, so I bought it. It is a beautifully written, beautifully illustrated book with a message that all children should hear: all over the world, people are different in many ways, but we are all the same in the important ways.
I initially purchased the paperback online because it was cheaper, but then I bought the hardcover because it doesn't chop off the illustrations like the paperback version does. By the way, I have never before bought two versions of the same book for my kids -- the book is that good!
- A wonderful book!
By A21NVBFIEQWDSG on 2006-04-15
Mem Fox is the author of many popular children's books, including Wombat Divine, Time For Bed, Feathers and Fools and Koala Lou.
Not enough children's books celebrate the similarities of people all over the world. But Mem Fox, author of Whoever You Are, has added a special book to the celebration list.
Every day children from all over the world are doing the same things. They are crying, laughing, playing, learning, eating, growing, loving and sleeping. They are all different in appearance; they speak different languages and live different lives. But inside their beings, they are just alike. Their joys, love, pain, smiles and hearts are just the same, no matter where they are or whoever they are. What a joyful thought.
Armchair Interviews says: Whoever You Are is a wonderful addition to a child's library. It is a celebration of the important ways we are all the same.
- Great explaination of how people are different, yet the same
By A1IN31NW4NYFFN on 2006-11-02
My three year old twins really enjoy this book. After a recent trip overseas, it helped explain why things were different there. They were a little overwhelmed when other children didn't respond to their English and when they didn't understand what was being said to them. This book helped us explain how people are the different in some ways, but the same in many other (important) ways.
- lovely little book that packs a powerful message
By A3L3YF6AQ683HB on 2007-01-18
This is a wonderful little book that helps us teach our children that no matter where we come from we are more alike then different. It is beautifully illustrated as well. I plan to purchase more to give as gifts.
- Wonderful message!
By A13DYVYJHYVB5D on 2007-04-13
My daughter's teacher has introduced the class to a lot of Mem Fox's work, and this book, to me, had a wonderful message. It just teaches children that there are differences in the world, but yet, we are all the same on the inside.
- Great book for your kiddo's
By A2OI3VR8CDCI3H on 2007-06-27
This is a beautifully illustrated, wonderfully written book. What a great way to teach young ones the importance of loving one another no matter what your color, religion, or ethnicity is.
- Super for Preschoolers
By A2WI4OEYH8CL8V on 2007-07-30
I use this book with our preschool classes when introducing multiculturalism and diversity. I highly recommend this book-- it's a great way to introduce a difficult theme, and it's beautifully written and illustrated.
- A Good Book
By A1H17JM5K1C5DE on 2007-10-28
I actually like this. It's a good and colorful read for kids of all races and great for young readers.
- Wonderful, Colorful, Great Message
By A6639K3HBFEG5 on 2008-01-09
I love this book. It has beautifully colored illustrations to go along with a wonderful message that no matter how different we all are, we are all the same in many ways...we all smile, laugh, hurt, cry, and experience joy, love, and pain the same way.
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