About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to nurture your child's sense of hospitality or introduce the idea that physical differences do not limit a person's ability to contribute to their community. It is a perfect choice for teaching children how to welcome others and find joy in shared traditions. The story follows Tsering, a young boy who is blind, as he prepares a traditional Tibetan noodle soup with his grandmother and invites various neighbors to join the feast. Through sensory details and folk art illustrations, the book explores themes of empathy, inclusion, and the warmth of a multigenerational home. Ideally suited for ages 4 to 8, it provides a beautiful model of how a community supports one another through simple acts of kindness and the sharing of a meal.
What Parents Should Know
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The book depicts Tsering's blindness with a secular, matter-of-fact approach. His disability is presented as a natural part of his identity rather than a tragedy to be overcome. The resolution is realistic and hopeful, focusing on his competence and social integration.
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