I really loved this book. A beautiful book full of easy to understand and process information for all ages. My son loved reading this one with myself and my husband. As a child with a white Mother and Biracial father my son was amazed that not everyone thinks the way of message of this book already. It's full of beautiful illustrations & my son loved learning all the different ways you can say hello, he enjoyed pronouncing them & trying to remember them so if he went to those countries or meet someone with that language, he will be able to say hello in their language. All round a beautiful book that should be in every household, library, and school. My husband, myself and my son all give it 5 out of 5 stars.

I enjoyed this story of inclusion, immigration/migration, and refugees. A perfect companion to All Are Welcome! "Together, we'll find a place for everyone."
Thank you Sourcebooks!

This is a great introduction to the concept of refugees. I really liked how it was written. The fact that people were smiling while fleeing unsafe situations was really weird and dissonant though. And the way that the Japanese characters were illustrated felt...weird.

Note: I received a digital review copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.

Anyone looking for a simple introduction to why families relocate to new homes in unfamiliar places should pick up a copy of this book by the founder of Miry's List (a nonprofit organization that helps refugee families resettle in the U.S.). The book begins by pointing out that families live in a variety of places and speak many different languages around the world, but sometimes conditions become unsafe and they must find a new home. It shares the long journeys, leaving behind possessions or even relatives, and arriving tired and unsure in a different place. But then it moves into how we can help a new neighbor to feel welcome and settle in - things as simple as a smile, a wave, or a housewarming gift.

Illustrations throughout the book depict families of many backgrounds and cultures. Even the endpapers are covered with the phrase, "I am here" in various languages. The unsafe conditions are represented by scenes such as families being rescued from a flood or children waving to each other from their windows because they can't go out to play - there are no horrific details that would be too frightening for young readers. The characters themselves have a wide range of skin tones, clothing, and other distinguishing features. The visual presentation along with the text make the entire book feel welcoming and supportive.