Chocolate Me!

By Taye Diggs, Shane W. Evans (Illustrator)

A boy learns to embrace his unique beauty despite being teased for looking different.

5.0/7 Bookroo expert·3.9/5 Goodreads · 947 ratings

40 pages· 332 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

A young boy, feeling out of place due to his darker skin and curly hair, longs to fit in with his peers. Confiding in his mother, he discovers a new perspective on his own beauty. As he navigates the challenges of being different, he learns the powerful lesson of self-love and acceptance. Will he find the courage to embrace his true self in a world that often values conformity? This heartfelt story encourages children to celebrate their uniqueness and find strength in their individuality.

From the publisher

The boy is teased for looking different than the other kids. His skin is darker, his hair curlier. He tells his mother he wishes he could be more like everyone else. And she helps him to see how beautiful he really, truly is.

At a glance

Format: Paperback
Pages: 40
Words: 332
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: ~261L

Themes & topics

Books about belonging Books about prejudice and racism Books about being yourself Books about antiracism Books about being different

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The main character gets picked on because the of the way he looks (his skin color). What can you do if you experience racism or see it happening? How can you be antiracist?

What readers & critics say

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“When other children tease him for looking differently, he ends up crying inside because of their hurtful words. His wise and loving mother helps him realize how wonderful he his (love the touching, affirmative words from his mother). His newfound appreciation for his differences brings him confidence and forgiveness towards the children who teased him.”

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