Ten internationally known artists picture simultaneous moments on January 1st in the lives of children in nine locations on Earth. Information about planetary rotation, world time zones and seasons follows the inviting full-color wordless picture vignettes. The challenging format may require adult guidance for very young children. The book itself is an example of international cooperation. (Ages 3-11)

Ten outstanding artists illustrate the similarities and differences in children and their activities in eight different parts of the world throughout one 24-hour day. Features artwork from Raymond Briggs, Ron Brooks, Eric Carle, Gian Calvi, Zhu Chengliang, Leo and Diane Dillon, Akiko Hayashi, and Nicolai Ye. Popov.