You Can Say Hi With Only A Smile by Merriam Sarcia Saunders and Tracy Nishimura Bishop - ADVISABLE

You Can Say Hi With Only A Smile by Merriam Sarcia Saunders, illustrated by Tracy Nishimura Bishop. PICTURE BOOK. Magination Press, 2026. $19. 9781433845574

BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K - ADVISABLE

APPEALS TO: SEVERAL

Some people use words to greet you.  Others say hi with only a smile.  Some people use a nod while others use sign language.  Some kids use a tablet to talk for them.  Mothers may give you a hug.  How do you like to say hi?

You Can Say Hi With Only A Smile encourages kids to embrace different communication styles with empathy and confidence.  I liked the cute, sunny feel of the illustrations.

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