{"product_id":"the-small-and-tall-ball-a-story-about-diversity-and-inclusion-9781683736172","title":"The Small and Tall Ball: A Story about Diversity and Inclusion","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Heartwarming Story About Family Diversity and Inclusion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nEveryone's family looks different - and that's okay! Although our world is diverse, it is not always inclusive. To raise accepting, empathic, and open-minded children, it is important to instill the idea that differences are to be celebrated within families, communities, and throughout the world.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOliver's Story: When Not Everyone Fits In\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nIn The Small and Tall Ball, readers will follow the heartwarming story of Oliver, a child who feels excluded from the yearly \"Mother-Son \u0026amp; Father-Daughter Dance\" because he has two dads. While planning for the dance goes on around him, Oliver learns that other kids in his class are also unable to attend because they have diverse families.\n\n\"This is NOT fair!\" cries one student. How can the students come together to plan a dance where all kids and families are welcome? Find out how the class thinks up a clever idea so everyone can enjoy the dance - making it a special night for those small and those tall!\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTeaching Children About Acceptance and Belonging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThis hardcover children's book addresses the important topics of family diversity, inclusion, and acceptance in an age-appropriate way for children ages 4-8. Through Oliver's experience, young readers learn that families come in all forms - whether they have two moms, two dads, single parents, grandparents, or other family structures.\n\nThe story demonstrates how exclusion feels and empowers children to recognize unfairness and work together to create inclusive solutions. It's a valuable resource for parents, teachers, and caregivers who want to foster empathy and open-mindedness in children.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecial Resources for Parents and Caregivers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nInside you'll also find a special note for parents and caregivers that explains how to talk to kids about the importance of inclusion and the diverse families all around us. This guidance helps adults facilitate meaningful conversations about diversity, LGBTQ+ families, and creating welcoming communities.\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Social-Emotional Learning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThe Small and Tall Ball by Frank J. Sileo is an excellent addition to any home or classroom library focused on social-emotional learning, multiculturalism, and anti-bullying education. It's particularly valuable during Pride Month celebrations or year-round discussions about modern families and acceptance.","brand":"PESI Publishing Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680435376402,"sku":"9781683736172","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_2fcf364f-dae0-499c-bbcd-017de99d5b17.jpg?v=1734906408","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-small-and-tall-ball-a-story-about-diversity-and-inclusion-9781683736172","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}