BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ESSENTIAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH
A black boy talks about not feeling safe; an Indian girl talk about how important names are, a Native American girl shares that there is power in her lineage, and it's important to be standing up for each other. A non-binary kid talks about how questions aren't always nice, and what to not ask, and how you can be a friend. And they share ways to come together and support yourself and each other.
Diversity and inclusivity are at the forefront of this empowering picture book. The child is invited to say parts aloud as the book is read, like "You are Not Alone" and "You are Enough" and "I Hear You". This would be a fun read aloud for a class, letting them get a glimpse into the feelings of Native American, Black, Indian, Nonbinary and Disabled children. Ashley Evans illustrations are beautiful. AJ and I read this together - she loved reading along, and found empowering images in the illustrations I hadn't noticed. We loved it.
Lisa Librarian and AJ (age 6)
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