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THE CIRCLES ALL AROUND US

Brad Montague

Expanding our circles of community and connections as we grow. (Ages 3 to 5)

Ages 4+Source checked

Why this age? Simple picture-book storytelling and reassuring themes suit preschool and early elementary readers. The main ideas involve empathy, relationships, and community but are not emotionally intense. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age4+

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Strongest positives

  • Kindness & empathy5/5
  • Positive messages5/5
  • Good role models4/5

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What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience1/5
Why this rating?

Advocates for the courage to include others and reach out.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Uses creative metaphor to inspire imagination and social connection.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Illustrations depict a diverse array of people in terms of appearance and community roles.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages social-emotional learning and an understanding of community.

Kindness & empathy5/5
Why this rating?

Kindness is the core theme of the entire work.

Positive messages5/5
Why this rating?

Strong positive messages about inclusivity, empathy, and making the world a better place.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

The book encourages prosocial behavior and being a positive influence.

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  2. Which choice in THE CIRCLES ALL AROUND US would you have made differently, and why?
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