The story encourages us to celebrate what we have in common with each other and value our differences. What makes us different is what makes us special.
After we read the book we created "Welcome Doors" as a way to share information about ourselves and get to know each other better. We celebrated what we have in common and what makes us unique!
Check out this You-Tube Video of The Day You Begin read by the author Jacqueline Woodson.
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Joyfully,
Hilary Jackson
