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Belonging

By Jeannie Baker
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Belonging by Jeannie Baker is a visually engaging children's book that uses detailed collage art to depict the transformation of an urban environment over time. Told through the perspective of a young girl observing the world outside her window, it subtly illustrates themes of community, nature, and urban regeneration without using words, inviting readers to interpret the story through its evolving images.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate captivating wordless picture books that explore themes of urban transformation and community development. Through intricate collage art, it offers a beautiful and thought-provoking depiction of how nature and human environments can coexist harmoniously. This story subtly encourages young readers and adults alike to consider the impact of their surroundings and how they can contribute positively to their community.

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Belonging

A powerful account of the reclamation of an urban landscape told wordlessly through fascinating, detailed collage artwork.

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A powerful account of the reclamation of an urban landscape, told wordlessly through fascinating, detailed collage artwork.

Observed through the window of a house, a city street gradually becomes a place to call home as the inhabitants begin to rescue their street by planting grass and trees in the empty spaces. Year by year, everything begins to blossom...

Told wordlessly and with stunning collage illustrations, Belonging explores the re-greening of the city and the role of community, the empowerment of people, and the significance of children, family, and neighbourhood in changing the urban environment for the better.

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Belonging by Jeannie Baker is praised for its inspirational nature and the way it beautifully captures themes of romance, neighbourliness, and family affection. It's particularly engaging for both toddlers and older children, as it stimulates verbal skills, observation, and discussions about time, nature, and society. The book is also considered ideal for art projects and classroom discussions, encouraging readers to reflect on their surroundings and consider neighbourhood initiatives.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406305487

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 June 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jeannie Baker

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 186.0mm

Height: 274.0mm

Weight: 160g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jeannie Baker Young Adult

About the Author

Jeannie Baker was born in England, but now lives in Sydney, Australia. Her work often has an environmental focus and has won numerous awards, including the Friends of the Earth Earthworm Award for Where the Forest Meets the Sea and the 2005 Australian Wilderness Society Award and 2005 Australian Picture Book of the Year Honour Book for Belonging.

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