Shades of People -- Shelley Rotner, Paperback Language Arts / Linguistics / Literacy Pumpsie's been waiting his entire

Pumpsie's been waiting his entire life--twelve whole years

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as well as fascinating facts about the mysterious creatures that live there

"An engaging story for readers who want to see characters find themselves (and then some) amid complex families and real-life challenges

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Shades of People -- Shelley Rotner, Paperback Language Arts / Linguistics / Literacy Pumpsie's been waiting his entireCocoa, tan, rose, and almond people come in lots of shades, even in the same family. A celebration of the diversity of everyday life, this exploration of one of our most noticeable physical traits pairs simple text with vibrant photographs. At school, at the beach, and in the city, diverse groups of children invite young readers both to take notice and to look beyond the obvious. Combining lively action shots and candid portraits, Shelley Rotner's