My Language Rights
a child's right to their language
Published on 13. February 2025
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-1-915590-73-2 (ISBN)
Description
Empowering children to cherish and protect their linguistic heritage.
My Language Rights dives into the vibrant world of languages in our communities, showing how language is more than just words - it carries our stories, memories, and culture.
Drawing on PEN International's Universal Declaration of Linguistic Rights, this book champions every child's right to their own language. It highlights the importance of recognising language rights as fundamental human rights.
With engaging stories and vivid illustrations, My Language Rights inspires readers to appreciate multilingualism and how it enriches our shared experiences and knowledge. A must-read for anyone who believes in the power of language and the need to protect it.
My Language Rights dives into the vibrant world of languages in our communities, showing how language is more than just words - it carries our stories, memories, and culture.
Drawing on PEN International's Universal Declaration of Linguistic Rights, this book champions every child's right to their own language. It highlights the importance of recognising language rights as fundamental human rights.
With engaging stories and vivid illustrations, My Language Rights inspires readers to appreciate multilingualism and how it enriches our shared experiences and knowledge. A must-read for anyone who believes in the power of language and the need to protect it.
Reviews / Votes
'This inclusive, beautiful picture book is a celebration and affirmation of linguistic diversity and diversity in general ... The Universal Declaration of Linguistic Rights ... is mentioned as the inspiration for this simple but powerful picture book ... Kids with diverse backgrounds who are bilingual or multilingual will appreciate this celebratory book!' -- Laura Gardner * Youth Services Book Review * 'This is a powerful book, which emboldens children to value their cultural identity. It celebrates linguistic and cultural diversity, and encourages us to strive to preserve it.' -- Alice Ellerby * JUNO Magazine * 'This should be in classrooms and libraries across the world to protect and encourage all languages.' -- Erin Hamilton * My Shelves are Full * 'My Language Rights is a wonderful way of allowing children to understand that they matter and so does their language. It is suitable for all in Year 2 and above with ease. The book serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of language in shaping our identities and connecting us to our heritage.' -- Matt Wilson * Just Imagine * 'My Language Rights is an exuberant and empowering picture book that celebrates the diversity of language and multilingualism.' -- Phoebe Demeger * CLPE * 'This book does a great job of highlighting the importance of languages and advocates for this cause.' -- Theo and Mum * Books Up North *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Scribe Publications
Target group
Children/juvenile
Reading Age: From 5 to 9 years, Interest Age: From 3 to 7 years
Dimensions
Height: 278 mm
Width: 244 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
428 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-915590-73-2 (9781915590732)
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Persons
Judy Thompson is an Australian educator and author based in Alexandria, Egypt, where she lives with her husband and three daughters. With a love for exploring and learning languages, she delights in how languages connect people and offer new perspectives. A passionate advocate for bilingual children, Judy's teaching, training, and books emphasise the importance of acknowledging, valuing, and nurturing all classroom languages.
Tete Garcia is a Spanish illustrator based in Sydney's Northern Beaches, known for her vibrant, bold artwork that captures everyday beauty and joy. Her mission is to create meaningful art with a story behind it. When not illustrating, she enjoys crocheting, exploring museums, sipping coffee by the beach, and learning to surf.
Tete Garcia is a Spanish illustrator based in Sydney's Northern Beaches, known for her vibrant, bold artwork that captures everyday beauty and joy. Her mission is to create meaningful art with a story behind it. When not illustrating, she enjoys crocheting, exploring museums, sipping coffee by the beach, and learning to surf.