The in My World Series first explores the world directly around the child, then the nearby community, and finally the world-at-large. As the student"s awareness broadens, so does the subject matter of the series.Each double-page spread features a lively full-color 9x15 illustration of places familiar to all children accompanied by an interesting story relating to the world of a child. Involving questions and activities encourage children to explore the details of the illustrations.Children love to read these stories as well as hear them read out loud over and over again! Excellent for library story time, these bright, beautiful books stimulate discussion of children"s own experiences and inspire story and picture ideas.