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Who am I?
Who Am I? is a trip into deepest inner space to answer one of life’s biggest questions. This is a book for anyone who has ever paused to wonder exactly who is wondering.
We are all from the same place, and made of the same stuff, but we each see ourselves as individuals. Who Am I? is an introspective exploration of that idea – a dive through the multitudes that comprise every one of us – to ask who we really are, once all of the external stuff is stripped away.
We are all from the same place, and made of the same stuff, but we each see ourselves as individuals. Who Am I? is an introspective exploration of that idea – a dive through the multitudes that comprise every one of us – to ask who we really are, once all of the external stuff is stripped away.
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First published June 1, 2020
About the author
Philip Bunting
64 books48 followersPhilip Bunting's work deliberately encourages playful interaction between the reader and child, allowing his books to create a platform for genuine intergenerational engagement, and fun.
Philip's books have been translated into multiple languages, and published in over 25 countries around the world. Since his first title was published in 2017, Philip has received multiple accolades, including Honours from the Children's Book Council of Australia, and making the list for the Kate Greenaway Medal in 2018. His titles include Mopoke and How Did I Get Here?
Philip's books have been translated into multiple languages, and published in over 25 countries around the world. Since his first title was published in 2017, Philip has received multiple accolades, including Honours from the Children's Book Council of Australia, and making the list for the Kate Greenaway Medal in 2018. His titles include Mopoke and How Did I Get Here?
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April 5, 2024Through questions and illustrations, discover how we are all connected to the world. Who Am I? encourages readers to think about their place in the universe, the interconnectedness of life, and the diversity of living creatures.
Who Am I? sparks discussions on identity, the connection between humans and nature, respecting all life forms, and environmental stewardship.
Discussion Questions
1. How does the book illustrate that all living things are connected, and what examples does it provide?
2. Share an example from the book that made you think differently about how we are connected to other living things.
3. How did Philip Bunting help you understand the concept of shared ancestry with other living beings?
4. Discuss how understanding our connection to all life forms can impact how we care for the environment.
5. The book encourages curiosity about the world and our place in it. How can you learn more about the connections between all living things?
6. Discuss how recognizing our connections to the natural world can lead to positive actions towards environmental conservation.
Who Am I? sparks discussions on identity, the connection between humans and nature, respecting all life forms, and environmental stewardship.
Discussion Questions
1. How does the book illustrate that all living things are connected, and what examples does it provide?
2. Share an example from the book that made you think differently about how we are connected to other living things.
3. How did Philip Bunting help you understand the concept of shared ancestry with other living beings?
4. Discuss how understanding our connection to all life forms can impact how we care for the environment.
5. The book encourages curiosity about the world and our place in it. How can you learn more about the connections between all living things?
6. Discuss how recognizing our connections to the natural world can lead to positive actions towards environmental conservation.
May 24, 2020
Am I a body? Am I a mind? Who am I?
Bunting asks the big questions about what makes up the very essence of who we are and endeavours to articulate it in such a way that little minds might begin to grasp what it means to be them.
As Bunting starts by looking from the outside in, he also has the opportunity to remind younger readers about all the amazing things that make up who we are and what makes us the same as one another. Though there are subtle variations – such as our names and the colour of our skin – we are inherently the same, and it is this message that we should remember. I loved how Bunting brought everything together at the end where he made us consider the notion of the soul (or whatever name you have the inner most part of a person).
The illustrations were firmly in his style, and I loved the little call backs to some of his other stories woven into the pages of this picture book.
Thank you @scholastic_aus for gifting me a copy to read and review!
Bunting asks the big questions about what makes up the very essence of who we are and endeavours to articulate it in such a way that little minds might begin to grasp what it means to be them.
As Bunting starts by looking from the outside in, he also has the opportunity to remind younger readers about all the amazing things that make up who we are and what makes us the same as one another. Though there are subtle variations – such as our names and the colour of our skin – we are inherently the same, and it is this message that we should remember. I loved how Bunting brought everything together at the end where he made us consider the notion of the soul (or whatever name you have the inner most part of a person).
The illustrations were firmly in his style, and I loved the little call backs to some of his other stories woven into the pages of this picture book.
Thank you @scholastic_aus for gifting me a copy to read and review!
July 6, 2020
We are all one yet wondrously different. We share the same everythings, exist on the same small planet yet we each have the ability to choose exactly who we will be. Who am I? is sufficiently scientific to captivate, satisfyingly comical to humour, and profound enough to set small minds (and big ones) whirling with possibilities.
Pure brilliance.
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Pure brilliance.
Read my full review at DIM'S re VIEWS: http://dimswritestuff.blogspot.com/p/...
June 25, 2020
Existentialism for infants. A beautiful book that condenses some pretty deep philosophical thoughts into a fun, age-appropriate format and attempts to answer the biggest question of all time: who am I?
It's progressive, non-judgemental and funny; appealing to kids and adults alike. Very cleverly done.
It's progressive, non-judgemental and funny; appealing to kids and adults alike. Very cleverly done.
February 22, 2021
For quiet contemplative time with a child on your lap. Each page may take a day to wonder at ....
August 4, 2021
Fantastic book for kids around 8+, quite long so wouldn't hold interest for younger kids
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