Homes and Houses

Name: Homes and Houses
ISBN: 9780746004517

Usborne Starting Point Geography Series · Book 2 of 2

For children curious about how and where people live, this book explores the many different kinds of homes found around the world, fostering a sense of wonder and connection.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child starts asking questions about the world beyond their own front door, wondering if everyone lives in a house just like theirs. "Homes and Houses" is a simple and engaging non-fiction book that takes young readers on a tour of different dwellings across the globe, from city apartments and farmhouses to igloos and houses on stilts. It gently introduces themes of curiosity about other cultures and empathy for different ways of life, all grounded in the familiar concept of family and home. Perfect for ages 4 to 7, this book is a wonderful tool for expanding a child's worldview and sparking conversations about geography, culture, and architecture in an accessible, visually-driven way.

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What Parents Should Know

Cultural Content GapMild

Published in 1989, some depictions of global cultures may feel generalized by modern standards.

Sensitive Topics

There is no sensitive content. The approach is entirely secular and factual, presenting different lifestyles without judgment or complex social commentary.

Ideal Reader

The ideal reader is a 4 to 6-year-old who is in a big "why" phase. This child is observant, notices differences in buildings, and is starting to understand that the world is bigger than their own neighborhood. It's a perfect fit for a child who loves building with blocks or is interested in construction, geography, and how things work.