Saying a picture is worth a thousand words certainly applies here each of the carefully drawn illustrations conveys a really strong message. The universal declaration of human rights the universal declaration of human rights udhr is a milestone document in the history of human rights. About the basics of human dignity as elaborated in the united nations universal declaration of human rights. We are all born free our human rights in pictures childrens books. These books should be easily searchable, and ive created a book list on at this link with all the books mentioned in this post. The illustrations alongside the declarations provide a focus for children while the book is read aloud as a wholeclass text. The 30 rights set down in 1948 by the united nations are incredibly powerful. Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the universal declaration of human rights, this fantastic book offers a simplified text written especially to make it accessible for children. To celebrate the 60th anniversary of universal declaration of human rights we published the magnificently illustrated in we are all born free, a picture book. You can see all 30 articles from the universal declaration of human rights in we are all born free, published in association with amnesty international. It consists of thirty articles that are the basis for human rights protection and promotion around the world. The universal declaration of human rights was proclaimed 60 years ago by the united nations general assembly.
Reviewing more than five hundred childrens books, the book explores the role of childrens literature in disseminating human rights norms. A selection of rights from the universal declaration of human rights interpreted by illustrators including axel scheffler, debi gliori, chris ridell. This book explores the meaning and implementation of international childrens rights law, as laid down in the united nations convention on the rights of the. To add to its appeal, each declaration is illustrated by an internationally renowned artist or illustrator. From comic books to games, handson activities to photos, even our youngest kids preschool aged.
All royalties are donated to amnesty international. The universal declaration of human rights recognises the dignity of all people, and asserts that human rights should apply equally to everyone, no matter who they are or where they live. Human rights in childrens literature hardcover jonathan. As a parent to a preschooler and a professor of peace and human rights education, here are my top picks for childrens books that discuss. Teacher lesson plan an introduction to human rights and. We are all born free is a book written by amnesty international which simplifies the universal declaration of human rights for children to understand and enjoy. Universal declaration of human rights united nations. Why picture books for young children are the perfect place to celebrate human rights.
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