Join Tracy as she sits down with Miry Whitehill and Jennifer Jackson, creators of the new book, Our World is a Family.
From the creators of Miry’s List, the nonprofit that has helped thousands of people arriving in the U.S. as refugees comes an all-ages story about compassion and human connection.
Our World is a Family is a picture book exploring the complicated topic of human migration in a gentle, loving, and affirming way. It lightly touches on the reason people might leave their homes, like climate change or lack of safety, and inspires children to welcome their new neighbors into their communities with love.
About the Authors
MIRY WHITEHILL is the founder and executive director of the award-winning nonprofit organization Miry’s List, which supports families resettling in the United States as refugees, from countries including Syria and Afghanistan.
JENNIFER JACKSON has always been a storyteller. She began her career in live theater as a writer, director, and choreographer before transitioning to the page with her first picture book, The Punkydoos Take the Stage.
NOMAR PEREZ was born on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico. After leaving his homeland at the age of 10 for the U.S., Nomar found himself in touch with all types of media, including animation, puppetry, and computer art. He has worked as an award-winning illustrator for more than seventeen years.
