{"title":"Books on Empathy, Inclusion \u0026 Diversity","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore our collection of children's books on the topic of empathy. A call to action for young and old to open their mind to the lives of others and embrace a consistent state of empathy for those around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake a walk in another person's shoes, a term we've all heard that's rarely explained any further. But, how do you understand someone else's experience? How do you see the world from a different vista? How do we truly embody empathy and embrace another's lived experiences?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt seems to get difficult as we get older, and for that reason we look to the mind of a child. If anyone can do it, they can, and perhaps show us how in the process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom this collection, here are some of our highlights:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"How Old am I PHAIDON Misc-store Amsterdam\" href=\"https:\/\/misc-store.mom\/collections\/from-the-eyes-of-a-child\/products\/phaidon-how-old-am-i\"\u003eHow Old Am I\u003c\/a\u003e - explore the \"others\" of your age group, see where they live, what they do. We love to do this with our own kids and grow an interest in the people in the world around us\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Born Bad | Misc-store Amsterdam\" href=\"https:\/\/misc-store.mom\/products\/cicada-books-born-bad\"\u003eBorn Bad\u003c\/a\u003e - a boldy coloured book about a wolf who is a good guy, but everybody immediately assumes he is not.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kerascoet-i-walk-with-vanessa","title":"I Walk With Vanessa","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis simple yet powerful picture book–from a New York Times bestselling husband-and-wife team–tells the story of one girl who inspires a community to stand up to bullying. Inspired by real events, I Walk with Vanessa explores the feelings of helplessness and anger that arise in the wake of seeing a classmate treated badly, and shows how a single act of kindness can lead to an entire community joining in to help.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy choosing only pictures to tell their story, the creators underscore the idea that someone can be an ally without having to say a word. With themes of acceptance, kindness, and strength in numbers, this timeless and profound feel-good story will resonate with readers young and old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\nMeasures 24 x 29cm\u003cbr\u003eCounts 40 pages\u003cbr\u003eAges 4-8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"VAN DITMAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31926128443481,"sku":"","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/3104\/5683\/products\/IwalkwithVanessa.jpg?v=1591477539"},{"product_id":"little-gestalten-you-and-me-and-everybody-else","title":"You and Me and Everybody Else","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur wishes, dreams, thoughts, and feelings are personal to us but all experienced by others. Guided by a friendly page-hopping cat, You and Me and Everybody Else tackles an adult topic in a sympathetic manner, encouraging empathy and self-reflection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepicting different situations from sleeping and dreaming, to playing and laughing, to occasional boredom, this book breaks down barriers and negates cultural differences. As readers turn the pages, the message builds strength: Ultimately, no matter what we look like, or where we come from, we can find links to ourselves in others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarcos Farina is an Argentinian graphic designer, specializing in handmade printing techniques, with a playful illustrative style rooted in the retro. He studied at the University of Buenos Aires and was a professor at the Faculty of Architecture, Design and Urbanism of the Buenos Aires University for 15 years. He now lives in Madrid with his cat, Sumi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 19 x 28 cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCounts 32 pages\u003cbr\u003eFeatures hardcover\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for ages 3-5, 5-7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLittle Gestalten x Misc Store Amsterdam\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003egestalten's origin story began with a focus on the aesthetic, particularly that of graphic design and, over the last two decades, the scope of both content and expertise has widened. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn 2014, Little Gestalten joined the literary ranks and ensured that there was a place for readers of all ages within the world of gestalten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Make it a rule never to give a child a book you would not read yourself.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese words from George Bernard Shaw are at the heart of Little Gestalten's vision. Pairing compelling stories with striking visuals, our picture books, nonfiction, illustrated stories, and pop-ups captivate children of a variety of ages and appeal to discerning adults.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Gestalten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39591667466432,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/3104\/5683\/products\/Little-Gestalten-You-and-Me-and-Everybody-Else-Cover-0.jpg?v=1618428683"},{"product_id":"boycott-books-jij-en-ik-en-alle-anderen","title":"Jij en ik en alle anderen","description":"\u003cp\u003e'Jij en ik en alle anderen' van Marcos Farina laat zien dat ondanks uiterlijke en culturele verschillen, we allemaal hetzelfde zijn. Het bespreekt een volwassen onderwerp op een empathische manier. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIedereen is weleens verdrietig of boos. Iedereen speelt af en toe of lacht. En iedereen is weleens eenzaam. De een voelt zich zelfs eenzaam in een kamer vol mensen, de ander wil juist heel graag iets met een ander doen om een leegte op te vullen. Iedereen is verschillend en iedereen is ook gelijk. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEnglish description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'You and Me and Everyone Else' shows that despite external and cultural differences, we are all the same. It discusses a mature topic in an empathetic way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEveryone is sad or angry sometimes. Everyone occasionally plays or laughs. And everyone is lonely sometimes. Some even feel lonely in a room full of people, the other really wants to do something with someone else to fill a void. Everyone is different and everyone is equal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMeasures 29 x 19,5 cm \u003cbr\u003eCounts 40 pages\u2028\u003cbr\u003eFeatures full-page illlustrations\u003cbr\u003eRecommended for children age 4-6\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Misc-store we also carry this title in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/misc-store.mom\/collections\/little-gestalten\/products\/little-gestalten-you-and-me-and-everybody-else\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Shop Boycott Books bij Misc-store Amsterdam\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEnglish\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoycott Books x Misc-store Amsterdam\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoycott Books, founded in 2018 by Jan and Rosa Bernhard-Popelar, publishes a diverse range of picture books for the Dutch-speaking and learning public. All of their books are printed in Europe on top quality certified sustainable paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTheir books are distinctive, exceptionally illustrated and contain smart concepts. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn this way, children come into contact with different visual imagery languages and a variety of subjects. Above all, each book greatly stimulates the imagination of young readers. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boycott Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42826304356582,"sku":"9789492986368","price":17.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/3104\/5683\/products\/boycott-marcos-farina-jij-en-ik-en-alle-anderen.jpg?v=1650613924"},{"product_id":"cicada-books-born-bad","title":"Born Bad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn Bad is a warm and humorous tale of identity and acceptance, cleverly introducing young readers to topics surrounding transformation and identity. Through humor and surprising animal facts, C.K. Smouha offers a perspective of hope — one that advocates for embracing differences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 27 x 21 cm\u003cbr\u003eCounts 28 pages\u003cbr\u003eFeatures full color illustrations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCicada Books x Misc Store Amsterdam\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCicada Books is a New York Times Award winning children’s book publisher based in London. They started out making art and design books, but now specialise in books for kids aged 4-11. Cicada Books has an eclectic list that includes activity books, picture books and non-fiction. Stories that make us laugh, exciting new illustration talent, nice paper stock, immaculate design, information that is engagingly presented and independent booksellers who share a passion for gorgeous books.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cicada Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43700511539430,"sku":"","price":17.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/3104\/5683\/products\/Cicada-Born-Bad.jpg?v=1678890040"},{"product_id":"aperture-the-colors-we-share","title":"The Colors We Share","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMade for young readers from six and up, Aperture's The Color We Share features portraits that celebrate the diverse beauty of human skin, depicting people from all over the world against a background that matches their skin tone. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe book asks us to consider how we see ourselves and others, through both similarities and differences. Kids also discover how to mix their own skin color with paint. Through a playful and dynamic layout,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Colors We Share\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eencourages looking, questioning, and thinking bigger—inviting us to think about race, and our common humanity, in a new way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAngélica Dass shows us how wonderfully colorful humans are, while questioning the concept of race and the limited categories we use to describe each other. These ideas are simply too small for a world that contains so many beautiful colors and people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMeasures 21,8 x 21,8 cm\u003cbr\u003eCounts 44 pages\u003cbr\u003eIncludes \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e1220 full color illustrations\u003cbr\u003eFeatures hardcover\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for ages 6+\u003cbr\u003ePublished by Aperture\u003cbr\u003eMade in New York\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAperture x Misc Store Amsterdam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAt Misc-store Amsterdam we are proud to be stocking carefully selected books from Aperture’s work — to encourage Misc Mini's in their journey of discovering the world of art, photography and expressing themselves creatively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAperture is a not-for-profit foundation based in New York, connecting the photo community and its audiences with inspiring work, the sharpest ideas, and with each other — in print, in person and online.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aperture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46857150005571,"sku":"","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/3104\/5683\/files\/Aperture-Colors-We-Share.jpg?v=1687528073"},{"product_id":"phaidon-wrinkles","title":"Wrinkles","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWrinkles, the first-ever picture book by internationally acclaimed artist-photographer JR, allows young readers to consider the lives and stories of the older people around them. Memories, experiences, and emotions are touched on in a welcoming way, creating the perfect conversation-starter between children and their elders. Evocative black-and-white photographs of faces and simple, poignant read-aloud text consider the literal and lyrical meaning of wrinkles, leaving readers of all ages with a well-justified appreciation of aging and natural beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 21,5 x 21,5 cm\u003cbr\u003eCounts 40 pages\u003cbr\u003eFeatures 40 full color illustrations\u003cbr\u003eFeatures hardcover\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for ages 2-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePHAIDON x Misc Store Amsterdam\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePHAIDON is the global publisher of the creative arts, working with the world's most influential authors to create innovative books on art, photography, design, architecture, fashion, food, and travel, and illustrated books for children. Phaidon has a long and distinguished history as an art-book publisher with over 1,500 titles in print.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir beautifully illustrated books are treasured worldwide for their outstanding content and award-winning production, and feature the finest creative work from leading innovators in all areas of the arts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHAIDON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47558330515779,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/3104\/5683\/files\/PHAIDON-WRINKLES.jpg?v=1710169710"},{"product_id":"phaidon-how-old-am-i","title":"How Old am I?","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePhaidon's How Old am I shows 100 persons aged 1-100, their name, where they live and a short caption. Find the person with the same age as yours and discover what someone your age is doing ( at the other side of the world). We love this book as we feel it opens up our perspective on our own lifes and that of others. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHow Old am I? is a celebration of the diversity of humankind around the globe.\u003cbr\u003eFor young children, the concept of age is abstract when they don't have a relatable context. This unique book is a first-ever children's visual reference book on age, showcasing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e the faces and life stories of 100 people from around the world, organised by age, from a one-year-old to a centenarian, giving children a visual and descriptive reference point for each age. Striking close-up black-and-white portraits are paired with read-aloud text that shares personal experiences, wishes, memories, and emotions, leaving readers with an appreciation and understanding of the ageing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 21,5 x 18,5 cm\u003cbr\u003eCounts 216 pages\u003cbr\u003eFeatures hardcover\u003cbr\u003eSuitable for ages 4+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePHAIDON x Misc Store Amsterdam\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePHAIDON is the global publisher of the creative arts, working with the world's most influential authors to create innovative books on art, photography, design, architecture, fashion, food, and travel, and illustrated books for children. Phaidon has a long and distinguished history as an art-book publisher with over 1,500 titles in print.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir beautifully illustrated books are treasured worldwide for their outstanding content and award-winning production, and feature the finest creative work from leading innovators in all areas of the arts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PHAIDON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48156898328899,"sku":"9781838661588","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0072\/3104\/5683\/files\/PhaidonHowOldAmI-1.jpg?v=1716915003"},{"product_id":"boycott-books-lichamen-zijn-leuk","title":"Lichamen Zijn Leuk","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGrote lichamen, kleine lichamen, dansende, spelende en stralende lichamen! Lichamen Zijn Leuk is een feestelijke ode aan de rijke variëteit aan mensen over de hele wereld—verschillende huidtinten, lichaamsvormen en haartypes zijn slechts een kleine greep van de variaties in dit inclusieve prentenboek. Met levendige illustraties en een hartverwarmend refrein stimuleert het boek lichaamsacceptatie en zelfvertrouwen bij jonge lezers. In een ritmische tekst en over dubbele pagina’s, gevuld met mensen in al hun diversiteit, vieren we de verscheidenheid van onze fysieke eigenschappen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEnglish description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig bodies, small bodies, dancing, playing, and radiant bodies! 'Lichamen Zijn Leuk' is a festive ode to the rich diversity of people around the world—different skin tones, body shapes, and hair types are just a few of the variations in this inclusive picture book. With vibrant illustrations and a heartwarming chorus, the book encourages body acceptance and self-confidence in young readers. In a rhythmic text and across double pages, filled with people in all their diversity, we celebrate the variety of our physical characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMeasures 29 x 19,5 cm \u003cbr\u003eCounts 40 pages\u003cbr\u003eWritten in Dutch\u003cbr\u003eFeatures full-page illlustrations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoycott Books x Misc-store Amsterdam\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoycott Books, founded in 2018 by Jan and Rosa Bernhard-Popelar, publishes a diverse range of picture books for the Dutch-speaking and learning public. 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