A Life Like Mine: How Children Live Around the World introduces young readers to the diverse lives of children globally, fostering empathy and cultural awareness. By showcasing real stories, it teaches the values of understanding, respect, and compassion for different ways of living. The book encourages kids to appreciate both the similarities and differences they share with others around the world, helping them develop a global perspective.

Incorporated into our literature-based homeschool curriculum, A Life Like Mine serves as a helpful resource that enriches homeschooling experiences with global perspectives. Here is how we deeply integrate this book into our curriculum:

• Cultural Awareness Activities: Students will prepare traditional meals, create art inspired by different cultures, and discuss how geography affects daily life.
• Writing Assignments with a Global Perspective: The writing assignments encourage children to compare their lives with those of their counterparts in other countries.
• Discussion Prompts: Using the excellent discussion material from the book, students will foster meaningful conversations about children’s rights, access to education, and environmental impacts on lifestyle. 
• Project-Based Learning: Learners will undertake projects such as creating a "day in the life" presentation of a child from another country or researching and presenting on global practices and ceremonies.