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  • Published: 3 August 2009
  • ISBN: 9781426304606
  • Imprint: National Geographic
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 48
  • RRP: $38.00

One World, One Day



A stunning new book from award-winning author Barbara Kerley that builds on the success of her previous photographic picture books, such as A Cool Drink of Water, but with an exciting new format and design.

One World, One Day uses exquisite, moving photographs and Barbara Kerley’s poetic text to convey a simple yet profound concept: we are one global family. This is a sophisticated concept book, presented as an elegant picture book with contributions from top international photographers.

This beautiful photo book follows the course of one day in our world. Sunrise to sunset is captured in the essential things we all do daily, wherever we live in the world, and in the different ways we do them. The first meal of the day will take on a whole new dimension for American kids as an American pancake breakfast is contrasted with porridge in North Korea and churros in Spain.

At the end, each image is reprinted as a thumbnail and accompanied by a detailed caption. Selected images feature photographers’ notes that share the thoughts and methodology involved in the making of the picture and reveal fascinating behind-the-scenes information. The photographers reflect on how the pictures might resonate within the theme of the global family. Such reflections are rooted in the life experiences of these well-traveled professionals. Their global viewpoints, in tandem with Barbara Kerley’s powerful message, set an ideal example for all future world citizens.

  • Published: 3 August 2009
  • ISBN: 9781426304606
  • Imprint: National Geographic
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 48
  • RRP: $38.00

About the author

Barbara Kerley

Barbara Kerley is the author of National Geographic’s A Cool Drink of Water, You and Me Together, and A Little Peace. As a former Peace Corps volunteer in Nepal and a one-time resident of Guam, who now lives in northern California, Kerley is interested in showing how a richly diverse world shares much in common.

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Praise for One World, One Day

A Cool Drink of Water: "Gorgeous full-page illustrations....poetic text....Enjoyable to browse and a stunning introduction to a unit on water." -- starred review, School Library Journal
You and Me Together: "Using a simple rhyming text, Kerley captures the essence of childhood's special moments, accompanied by superb full-color photos that depict parent-and-child interactions...This book is an excellent tool for raising awareness of cultural differences and similarities."--School Library Journal
A Little Peace: "A LITTLE PEACE...makes a beautiful case for making the world a more peaceful place." --Orange County Register; "Powerful."--School Library Journal; "Wise words and rich photographs offer a unique and enriching experience for every young reader."--Early Childhood News; "Stunningly beautiful."--The Boston Globe