The Sandwich Swap by Rania Al-AbdullahMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
A book about friendship and tolerance. A good book for helping kids to accept others and learn more about other cultures. Definitely a keeper.
Favorite quote:
"It's easy to jump to conclusions when we come across something new or foreign or strange. But if we take the time to get to know each other, stand in each other's shoes and listen to a different point of view, we learn something wonderful--about someone else and about ourselves."
-Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah (The Sandwich Swap)
Library Media Connection (August/September 2010)
Loosely based on an event from the author?s childhood, this is the story of best friends, Salma and Lily. They eat lunch together everyday, but Lily always eats a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, while Salma always brings a hummus and pita sandwich. Each girl is so sure that the other girl?s lunch must be gross and yucky, that small insults soon escalate into a food fight! After a visit to the principal?s office, Lily and Salma decide to trade sandwiches, and, to their surprise, instead of yucky and gross, each girl finds the other girl?s lunch quite wonderful. A fold-out page at the end depicts a multicultural event complete with flags and food from around the world. Trisha Tusa?s colorful and detailed illustrations bring the characters to life. This title would make a great kick-off for a unit on tolerance, friendship, or even nutrition. Recommended. Julie Stephens, Educational Reviewer, Calhoun, Georgia
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