Multicultural Children’s Book Day! Amazing Sports From Around the World. Written by Douglas McLaughlin and illustrated by Michelle Griffis

I am very excited to be participating in and reviewing a book for the 10th Multicultural Children’s Book Day (Jan. 26). to shine a spotlight on all the great diverse KidLit books and people.!

This non-profit children’s literacy initiative was founded by Valarie Budayr and Mia Wenjen; two diverse book-loving moms who saw a need to shine the spotlight on all of the multicultural books and authors on the market while also working to get those books into the hands of young readers and educators.

Ten years in, MCBD’s mission is to raise awareness of the ongoing need to include kids’ books that celebrate diversity in homes and school bookshelves continues. Read about their Mission & History HERE.

Be sure you scroll down to the bottom of the post to find out about the virtual party where you can join the discussion and enter to win prizes and also to see other participating reviewers!

*Please note:I received this book free from the publisher via Multicultural Children’s Book Day so I could provide an honest review. )

MCBD Book:

Amazing Sports From Around the World. Written by Douglas McLaughlin, illustrated by Michelle Griffis

Published by:

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My Review

People around the world, from young to old, enjoy a love of games and sports. Douglas McLaughlin has given us a book that features 18 unique sports that range from individual sports, like the Caber Toss (Scotland) or Tuna Toss (Australia) to team sports like Nzango (Africa) of Kho Kho (South Asia).

There are even sports that involve animals described in the book. Can you imagine playing polo on an elephant (Nepal, India, Thailand) or riding on an ostrich (South Africa)?

The book gives a quick overview of all these spots with links in the back to learn more. So many fascinating sports , some that are centuries old(like Bokh – From Genghis Khan) to newer sports like Quidditch (from Harry Potter fame).

The books are available in several different languages, in dual language format as well.

Games are truly international now – it really is a small world. Reading about these amazing sports will introduce you to such a wide world of sports and may lead you to a new, wonderful world of play.

I enjoyed learning about these international sports, many of which I had never heard of, but want to investigate further.I highly recommend this interesting and informative book

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MCBD 2023 is honored to be Supported by these Medallion Sponsors!

FOUNDER’S CIRCLE: Mia Wenjen (Pragmaticmom) and Valarie Budayr’s (Audreypress.com)

 Super Platinum Sponsor: Author Deedee Cummings and Make A Way Media

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Register for the MCBD Read Your World Virtual Party

Join us on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at 9 pm EST for the 10th annual Multicultural Children’s Book Day Read Your World Virtual Party!

This epically fun and fast-paced hour includes multicultural book discussions, addressing timely issues, diverse book recommendations, & reading ideas.

We will be giving away a 10-Book Bundle during the virtual party plus Bonus Prizes as well! *** US and Global participants welcome. **

Follow the hashtag #ReadYourWorld to join the conversation, and connect with like-minded parts, authors, publishers, educators, organizations, and librarians. We look forward to seeing you all on January 26, 2023, at our virtual party!

Register for the MCBD Read Your World Virtual Party

Join us on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at 9 pm EST for the 10th annual Multicultural Children’s Book Day Read Your World Virtual Party!

This epically fun and fast-paced hour includes multicultural book discussions, addressing timely issues, diverse book recommendations, & reading ideas.

We will be giving away a 10-Book Bundle during the virtual party plus Bonus Prizes as well! *** US and Global participants welcome. **

Follow the hashtag #ReadYourWorld to join the conversation, and connect with like-minded parts, authors, publishers, educators, organizations, and librarians. We look forward to seeing you all on January 26, 2023, at our virtual party!