The World Belonged to Us
Age 5-6LiteracyBook
About This Book
On a summer day in Brooklyn, kids pour out of their apartments to play in the streets and parks — double dutch, freeze tag, water hydrants. Jacqueline Woodson's lyrical text captures the freedom of unstructured outdoor play.
Why This Age
The community, independence, and nostalgia themes suit 5-6 year olds beginning to play more independently.
How to Use
- Go outside and play after reading — jump rope, run, get wet
- Talk about what summer felt like when you were a kid
- Notice the diverse neighborhood — who do you see?