This Is The Way We Go To School

This Is The Way We Go To School presents children's journeys to school across different countries and cultures around the world. Students travel by various modes of transportation including boats, skis, buses, and on foot. The book follows multiple children through their unique morning routines and commutes to school. Each page features new locations and methods of transportation, accompanied by illustrations that showcase local environments and customs. Through these parallel stories of school journeys, the book demonstrates both the differences and commonalities in how children experience education worldwide. The narrative structure creates natural opportunities for young readers to compare their own school experiences with those of students in other places. The book celebrates global diversity while highlighting the shared human experience of pursuing learning and education. These themes emerge organically through the straightforward presentation of children's daily routines rather than through explicit messaging.

Teachers and parents appreciate this book for showing children how students around the world travel to school - by boat, ski, bus, donkey, or on foot. Several readers note it helps students develop global awareness and empathy. Readers liked: - Clear, simple text accessible for young children - Detailed illustrations depicting different cultures - Educational value in geography lessons - Promotes discussions about transportation and diversity Criticisms: - Some readers found the rhyming text forced or awkward - A few noted the illustrations appear dated - Limited depth about each location/culture Ratings: Goodreads: 4.0/5 (229 ratings) Amazon: 4.5/5 (31 ratings) Sample review: "My students were fascinated to learn that some children ride water buffalo or take boats to school. It opened their eyes to how other kids live." - Elementary teacher on Amazon "The concept is good but the execution feels choppy and some rhymes don't flow well." - Goodreads reviewer

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🌍 Children in over 20 countries are featured in this book, showing their unique journeys to school - from reindeer sleds in Siberia to boats in Venice. 📚 The book was first published in 1990 and uses both poetry and prose to tell its stories, making it accessible for different reading levels. 🎨 Steve Björkman's watercolor illustrations capture the cultural details and local landscapes of each featured location, bringing authenticity to each child's story. 🚶‍♀️ The book highlights how geography and climate directly influence transportation choices - children in Norway might ski to school while those in Thailand may ride elephants. 🕒 The stories show that while school start times vary globally (some begin as early as 7 AM, others as late as 9 AM), the universal experience of going to school connects children worldwide.