All Because You Matter

Written by Tami Charles · Illustrated by Bryan Collier

Book #1 in the All Because You Matter series

A rhythmic lullaby affirming the worth of Black and brown children.

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40 pages· 454 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

In a world that often challenges their worth, Black and brown children are reminded of their inherent value through a poetic lullaby. This picture book, with vibrant illustrations, offers hope and assurance, celebrating every child's journey from first steps to facing life's challenges. It is a powerful anthem of pride and love, encouraging young readers to embrace their roots and find strength in their identity. As a conversation starter and community touchstone, it affirms that they have always mattered and always will, providing comfort and empowerment for the days ahead.

From the publisher

A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to black and brown children everywhere: reminding them how much they matter, that they have always mattered, and they always will, from powerhouse rising star author Tami Charles and esteemed, award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier.

Discover this poignant, timely, and emotionally stirring picture book, an ode to black and brown children everywhere that is full of hope, assurance, and love.

Tami Charles pens a poetic, lyrical text that is part love letter, part anthem, assuring readers that they always have, and always will, matter. This powerful, rhythmic lullaby reassures readers that their matter and their worth is never diminished, no matter the circumstance: through the joy and wonder of their first steps and first laughter, through the hardship of adolescent struggles and the pain and heartbreak of current events, they always have, and always will, matter. Accompanied by illustrations by renowned artist Bryan Collier, a four-time Caldecott Honor recipient and a nine-time Coretta Scott King Award winner or honoree, All Because You Matter empowers readers with pride, joy, and comfort, reminding them of their roots and strengthening them for the days to come.

Lyrical, personal, and full of love, All Because You Matter is for the picture book audience what The Hate U Give was for YA and Ghost Boys was for middle grade: a conversation starter, a community touchstone, and a deep affirmation of worth for the young readers who need it most.