There’s Room for Everyone

A pensive child examines his physical relationship to the world, beginning with his family unit: “Before I was born, there was only a little space in my mummy’s tummy.... But there was enough room for me.” He continues observing the physical space around him, and from the night sky with room for stars and a giant moon, to a sea full of fish and whales, there is space enough for everyone. Why, then, do people everywhere fight so hard for it? Teymorian explores the relationship between a scarcity mindset and conflict as spreads show people inelegantly sharing “small spaces” (an office) and “big spaces” (a field). Ghanimifard’s chalky, color-rich artwork expands this idea with figures that stretch and bend themselves to fill space. Concluding insight from the now-grown narrator suggests that individual generosity is what makes room for all. Ages 4–7. [em](Oct.) [/em]