Matt Lamothe – författare

In Japan, Kei plays Freeze Tag, while in Uganda, Daphine likes to jump rope. While the way they play may differ, the shared rhythm of their days—and this one world we all share—unites them.This genuine exchange provides a window into traditions that may be different from our own as well as mirrors reflecting our common experiences. Inspired by his own travels, Matt Lamonthe transports readers across the globe and back with this luminous and thoughtful picture book.

Follow one day in the real lives of seven kids from around the world—Italy, Japan, Iran, India, Peru, Uganda, and Russia!In Japan, Kei plays Freeze Tag, while in Uganda, Daphine likes to jump rope. While the way they play may differ, the shared rhythm of their days—and this one world we all share—unites them.This genuine exchange provides a window into traditions that may be different from our own as well as mirrors reflecting our common experiences. Inspired by his own travels, Matt Lamonthe transports readers across the globe and back with this luminous and thoughtful picture book.Perfect for kids learning about new cultures and customsEducates children on the importance of similarities and differencesGives kids a unique look into the lives of others across the globeIf you enjoyed Carson Ellis' Home, you're sure to enjoy the window into the world provided by This is How We Do It.This children's picture book is ideal for parents or teachers looking for the following:World Book for KidsTravel Book for KidsBeginning Reading BooksCultures for Kids BooksFamilies Around the World Books

Building on the success of the internationally acclaimed This Is How We Do It, this interactive activity book invites readers to document their lives and daily rituals compared to 59 real kids from around the globe.   This fun and engaging workbook will get kids writing, drawing, and sharing while also learning about cultures and countries other than their own. •    Includes drawing activities, postcards, sticker sheets, and a fold-out map•    A die-cut cover for kids to draw their portrait and write their name on makes this activity book a keepsake to treasure•    Encourages self-reflection while also teaching kids about different traditions and customs This Is How I Do It is the perfect way to keep kids entertained while exposing them to the many cultures that make up the world.    This children’s activity book is ideal for: •    Fans of Matt Lamothe’s This Is How We Do It picture book •    Those looking for hands-on, educational kids activity and drawing books •    Those interested in teaching kids about different cultures and countries •    Parents and teachers

“Readers will probably go right to their own state―and then find themselves hooked.”― Booklist, Starred Review  "A rich, thought-provoking work that proves that despite our differences, there's much that we share." ―Kirkus, Starred ReviewA gorgeously illustrated companion to Matt Lamothe’s This Is How We Do It featuring 50 kids from across the United States.From the rocky coastline of Maine to the lush rainforests of Hawai‘i, read about the many different places American kids call home—and about 50 real kids who live there.In Iowa, Amelia and her dad soar through the skies in their red-and-white-striped plane.In Rhode Island, Ramon and his sisters ride scooters in the apartment building courtyard.In Louisiana, Adrain Jr. races his dirt bike down a gravel road, speeding past cornfields.Matt Lamothe and Jenny Volvovski document the daily lives of 50 children from America’s 50 states in this compelling companion to the award-winning picture book This Is How We Do It. Fifty unique, authentic portraits of growing up in America include: Families who live in a variety of dwellings, from houseboats and yurts to farms, Native reservations, and Air Force bases Children with adoptive families, stepfamilies, single-parent families, two moms or dads, and those who live with their grandparents Children living with health conditions such as leukemia and muscular dystrophy Families from a range of social, religious, and economic backgrounds This illustration-packed nonfiction children's book depicts a diverse collection of families, homes, and dreams, highlighting what makes each child’s world so unique yet also familiar. All About U.S. brings us together by celebrating the similarities and differences between kids’ day-to-day experiences across the United States.