You Are Not Alone
by Alphabet Rockers (Author) Ashley Evans (Illustrator)
Exuberantly affirming and infectiously joyful. -Kirkus Reviews
Empower kids to love themselves, stand up for what's right, and have each others' backs with this inspiring and inclusive picture book
It can be scary to feel like you're all on your own, especially in the face of prejudice and injustice. But always remember: you are not alone! With uplifting text and colorful art, You Are Not Alone shows readers that when we step up to support one another, we can make a world where everyone knows they belong. This empowering children's book is the perfect inspirational gift for Valentine's Day, back-to-school, birthdays, or holiday stocking stuffers. Featuring a heartfelt message and stunning illustrations, this special story makes for a read-aloud that parents, caregivers, and children will want to return to again and again. Why readers love You Are Not Alone:
- Perfect for teaching empathy and inclusion for ages 4-7--both in the classroom and at home
- Characters with diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences will resonate with readers
- Encourages conversations about what it means to be an ally Inspires kids to use their voices to support and celebrate each other If you feel it in your heart and you're ready to take part, say I'm not alone--I'M NOT ALONE!
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Publishers Weekly
Employing the refrain "You are not alone," Grammy nominees the Alphabet Rockers offer a lyrical exploration of solidarity. The book begins by following a short-haired Black child: "You don't know me, / but I wonder if you look at your/ skin the way I look at mine./ You don't know me, / but I need you to know that/ I don't always feel safe here." The child invites readers to get to know them, highlighting using one's voice to both speak one's truth and amplify others'. Subsequent pages explore other frequently marginalized experiences from the first-person perspective, as Evans's warm digital art portrays bright, inclusive spreads: a cued-South Asian child with a braid says no one pronounces their name correctly; a light-skinned, black-haired child DJ with a prosthetic arm speaks about their music and limitless possibilities; a Native child asks readers to uplift Indigenous land acknowledgment; a light-skinned child speaks about being nonbinary; and more, as each child offers an example of a friend's support. If the book skews long, its earnest advocacy and heartening message is clear. Ages 4-8. (Jan.)
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JUV057000 - Juvenile Fiction | Stories in Verse (see also Poetry)
JUV031040 - Juvenile Fiction | Performing Arts | Music
JUV039120 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Prejudice & Racism
Identity (Psychology)
Self-confidence
Conduct of life
Self-acceptance
