My Language Rights

$24.99

Empowering children to cherish and protect their linguistic heritage.

My Language Rights dives into the vibrant world of languages in our communities, showing how language is more than just words — it carries our stories, memories, and culture.

Drawing on PEN International's Universal Declaration of Linguistic Rights, this book champions every child's right to their own language. It highlights the importance of recognising language rights as fundamental human rights.

With engaging stories and vivid illustrations, My Language Rights inspires readers to appreciate multilingualism and how it enriches our shared experiences and knowledge. A must-read for anyone who believes in the power of language and the need to protect it.

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Ages 3–7 | 275mm × 240mm/10.8” x 9.4” | 32pp | CMYK | hardback

Empowering children to cherish and protect their linguistic heritage.

My Language Rights dives into the vibrant world of languages in our communities, showing how language is more than just words — it carries our stories, memories, and culture.

Drawing on PEN International's Universal Declaration of Linguistic Rights, this book champions every child's right to their own language. It highlights the importance of recognising language rights as fundamental human rights.

With engaging stories and vivid illustrations, My Language Rights inspires readers to appreciate multilingualism and how it enriches our shared experiences and knowledge. A must-read for anyone who believes in the power of language and the need to protect it.

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Ages 3–7 | 275mm × 240mm/10.8” x 9.4” | 32pp | CMYK | hardback

Author: Judy Thompson

Illustrator: Tete Garcia


AUD$24.99 | £12.99 | US$18.95 (Hardback)

AU Edition (Hardback) | AUD$24.99

Publication Date: 04 February 2025
ISBN: 9781761380488

UK Edition (Hardback) | £12.99

Publication Date: 13 Feb 2025
ISBN: 9781915590732

US Edition (Hardback) | US$18.95

Publication Date: 4 Mar 2025
ISBN: 9781964992037

Praise for My Language Rights

‘My Language Rights’ celebrates the world of language. Beyond the words that are spoken, written, read, sung and signed is a world of stories, memories, ideas and understanding…Judy Thompson, an advocate of bilingual children, has written her message in words that children will understand and empathise with. Tete Garcia’s illustrations reflect the vibrancy and beauty of acknowledging and sharing languages.’
—@Educa8Wirral

‘Potentially one of my favourite books this year, this is an empowering read that’s a must have in every bilingual family’s house. It celebrates our mother tongue as part of our identity and culture, reinforcing the idea that all languages should be given equal rights and that the Universal Declaration or Linguistic Rights should be approved by UNESCO or the UN.’
—Vera Parente, @thekidsbookstagrammer

‘My Language Rights provides a look into the array of languages in our homes, schools, streets and cities. These different languages reflect our culture, contain our stories, keep our memories safe, and are tantamount to the passing on of a way of life from one generation to another.’

—Fran Knight, ReadPlus

Judy Thompson Author My Language Rights
Judy Thompson is an Australian educator and author. Never living far from the sea, she is currently based in Alexandria, Egypt, with her husband and three daughters. A keen explorer and inquisitive conversationalist, she delights in the ways learning languages connect us whilst simultaneously allowing us to see the world through different lenses. Judy is a passionate supporter of bilingual children, and her teaching, her teacher training, and her books advocate acknowledging, valuing, and nurturing all of the languages of the classroom.

Read more about Judy’s work at: Raising Bilingual
Tete Garcia is a Spanish illustrator who has found her creative home in the coastal landscapes of Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Tete’s work is all about joy, fun, and a splash of vibrant and bold colours! Her art captures the beauty of everyday life, celebrating quotidian situations and the serenity of nature with a captivating charm. When she’s not bringing her illustrations to life, you’ll find Tete crocheting away, exploring museums, sipping coffee by the beach, or trying to catch some waves while learning to surf.

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