Princess Truly in I Am Truly (Princess Truly)

PreS-Gr 1--With a strong message of empowerment, this book is a simple story about a little girl of color who can dream and do anything she puts her mind to. A continuation of the series, this installment finds Truly sailing the seas, engineering a teddy bear machine, parachuting, and tying her shoes. The message of "I am special--and so are you" is sweet and to the point. Soft, pastel illustrations highlight the simple rhyming text. VERDICT A general purchase for libraries serving primary grades, this title is sure to become a quick favorite with readers of the series.--Jasmine L. Precopio, Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh

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Praise for Princess Truly in I Am Truly
"[T]he perfect choice for youngsters from pre-K to second grade." — Essence

"[A] celebration of boundless potential...positive, fun, and truly lively." — Kirkus

"Defies predictability...pair with Andrea Beaty's Rosie Revere, Engineer (2013) for another story about a strong, independent, capable girl." — Booklist

"No task is too small or too big for Princess Truly, who is every little girl in the world." — Texas Magazine

"With a strong message of empowerment, this book is a simple story about a little girl of color who can dream and do anything she puts her mind to." — School Library Journal

Praise for Princess Truly in My Magical, Sparkling Curls
"[G]irls...will welcome this gleeful celebration of self-confidence and black girl magic." —Publisher's Weekly

"[E]xplores the magical potential of Afro hair...[a] home-away tale worth the trip." —Kirkus

"Princess Truly is a bold and bright role model of positive self-image and embracing your unique diversity." —Booklist