I See You by Michael Genhart

Appropriate Age Range: 4-8 years

What this book is all about:

I See You is a wordless picture book that shares about the story of a homeless woman who goes unseen by many, except one young boy.

Why you might want to read it:

This book depicts the very real problem of homelessness which is often both visable and in many ways invisible, while also sharing the impact of being seen and truly seeing someone else. At the end of the book you'll also find discussion questions and resources for parents and educators to further conversation about homelessness.

3 questions for you to ask your children after reading it:

  1. This book had no words and yet conveys an entire story. Share in your own words about what the story was about.

  2. How do the other people respond to the woman? Why do you think they respond in that way?

  3. How do you think the boy’s gesture impacted the woman and the community?

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