We Are All Born Free

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (adapted from)

Frances Lincoln Children's Books, UK: 2008

ISBN: 9781845076504

Genres: picture book

Issues: ethics, freedom, human rights, values

Every household, every classroom, every library should have a copy of this book - or at least of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as they are listed here.

Written in simple language easily understood by children, We Are All Born Free reminds readers of the inalienable right of every human being to be treated fairly, with respect and accepted regardless of their social, cultural or religious differences. These, as the introductions by John Boyne (The Boy in Striped Pyjamas) and David Tennant (from Dr Who) point out, are the rules we should all promise to live by if we want to make the world a better place.

Each of the thirty articles is illustrated by an internationally recognised artist. Beginning with the cover, showing smiling children parachuting out of a blue sky, We Are All Born Free is a moving, inspiring reminder of our common humanity and that the only road to peace is through justice, kindness, acceptance and compassion.

Produced in conjunction with Amnesty International, who will receive all royalties, We Are All Born Free is an inspired piece of publishing to celebrate the sixtieth anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Given the political, economic and social unrest and distress in so many countries, this publication is a timely reminder that while the human race has come far, there is much still to be done and we must all work together if humanity is to achieve its potential.