Mary Can!

A young girl defies naysayers to pursue her dream of singing.

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40 pages· 642 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Young Mary faces a world full of 'no's, but her heart beats to a different tune. Despite being told she can't stay up late, become an astronaut, or even be president, her true passion is singing. With determination and self-belief, Mary sets out to prove that dreams are achievable, no matter the obstacles. This inspiring tale, brought to life with vibrant illustrations, encourages young readers to rise above negativity and embrace their potential. Will Mary’s voice be heard in a world that tries to silence her dreams?

From the publisher

From multi-award-winning singer, artist, actress, and icon Mary J. Blige comes a fun and inspirational story that teaches young readers they can be anything, and they are enough.Most of the time, people say “no” or “you can’t” because they dream too small.Young Mary has been told that there are many things she can’t do. Like stay up past bedtime, or be an astronaut or become president. But what she really wants is to sing, and she isn’t about to let anyone tell her she can’t do it!A powerful motivating tale about a confident and ambitious girl who doesn’t feed into negativity, this debut children’s book from legendary artist Mary J. Blige proves that anyone can make their dreams come true by believing in themselves. It’s a great conversation starter for overcoming discouragement from others.Brought to life with imaginative illustrations by Ezra Jack Keats Award-winning illustrator Ashleigh Corrin, Mary Can! is perfect for go-getters who aren’t afraid to be a YES in a world full of NOs.

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