"Back matter from a psychologist gives suggestions for encouraging children in free, imaginative play, and also ways for fostering a sense of self and identity in children, as well as helping children build empathy. Bright, mixed-media illustrations with colorful details show happy children playing indoors and outdoors, in the city or the country, and sharing their interests with a variety of diverse friends. This plea for understanding and peace, translated from the French, concludes with the wish to build a better world together, here and elsewhere. —Booklist