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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
Why Am I Me?
Written by Paige Britt · Illustrated by Sean Qualls and Selina Alko
Two characters ponder identity, sparking a journey toward empathy and unity.
3.5/5 Goodreads · 1,034 ratings
40 pages
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Bookroo's summary
In a poetic dialogue, two characters unknowingly share the same questions about identity and belonging. As they explore what it means to be human, they invite readers to envision a world of empathy and unity. Can their shared curiosity bridge divides and foster compassion? Discover a celebration of diversity and connection that challenges us to see beyond 'you' and 'me' to a collective 'we.'
From the publisher
Presented as a thoughtful, poetic exchange between two characters – who don’t realize they are thinking and asking the very same questions – this beautiful celebration of our humanity and diversity invites readers of all ages to imagine a world where there is no you or me, only we. If the first step toward healing the world is to build bridges of empathy and celebrate rather than discriminate, Why Am I Me? helps foster a much-needed sense of connection, compassion, and love.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD200L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~1.8
- F&P level
- ~G
Publication
- Published
- August 29, 2017
- First published
- January 1, 2017
- Publisher
- Scholastic Press
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
- Text details
- The text and display type were set in Two Fingers Bodoni.
- Illustration details
- The art was created using acrylic paint, colored pencil and collage.
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781338053142
- LCCN
- 2016045588
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