You Are Enough: A Book About Inclusion
by Margaret O'Hair (Author) Sofia Cardoso (Illustrator)
A beautiful and inclusive picture book all about celebrating being yourself from Down syndrome advocate and viral sensation Sofia Sanchez!
It can be hard to be different whether because of how you look, where you live, or what you can or can't do. But wouldn't it be boring if we were all the same? Being different is great! Being different is what makes you YOU. This inclusive and empowering picture book from Sofia Sanchez an 11-year-old model and actress with Down syndrome reminds readers how important it is to embrace your differences, be confident, and be proud of who you are. Imagine all of the wonderful things you can do if you don't let anyone stop you! You are enough just how you are. Sofia is unique, but her message is universal: We all belong. So each spread features beautiful, full-color illustrations of a full cast of kid characters with all kinds of backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.This book also includes back matter with a brief bio of Sofia and her journey so far, as well as additional information about Down syndrome and how we can all be more accepting, more inclusive, and more kind.
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O'Hair's third book starring Sofia Sanchez, a young actress and model with Down syndrome who was adopted from Ukraine by American parents, offers a collection of warm declarations. Beginning with a letter from Sofia's perspective, the book continues with a series of recommendations: "Remember, not everyone may understand you. But that doesn't mean you can't still be happy, just the way that you are," one spread instructs, as Sofia offers a thumbs-up to a child wearing a tutu, cape, and pirate's hat at a bus stop. In Cardoso's cheerful, inclusive illustrations, heavy in fuchsia and lime, another spread ("When you fall down, get back up") shows Sofia with Haole the Surf Dog, who's part of the surf therapy nonprofit A Walk on Water. Though the book lacks an overarching narrative, its cheerful exhortations may serve as a source of support and encouragement. Back matter includes a profile of Sofia Sanchez with photos, and a q&a from the National Down Syndrome Society. Ages 4-8. (Mar.)
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Praise for You Are Enough:
[An] uplifting look at disability and differences. Kirkus Reviews
[The book's] cheerful exhortations may serve as a source of support and encouragement. Publishers Weekly
Margaret "Meg" O'Hair is a mom to two kids, a kindergarten teacher, and an award-winning writer. She likes to be on the water -- whether it's on boats, kayaks, or paddleboards -- with her family and their three Portuguese water dogs, Sailor, Surfer, and Sundance. Meg has been inspired to write books about Sofia from the first day they met, including their picture books You Are Enough and You Are Loved. Meg can be found at margaretohair.com, on Instagram at @margaretohair, and on YouTube at Margaret O'Hair, where she creates fun educational videos for kids.
Sofia Cardoso is an illustrator and designer who specializes in children's illustration. She currently lives in and creates from Portugal.
Sofia Sanchez is a Ukrainian American actress, model, and advocate known for her viral video "Down Syndrome Is Not Scary." The teenager had her acting debut in the TV series Switched at Birth and has also appeared in the films For Paloma and The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, as well as print ads and commercials for Old Navy and Target, among others. Additionally, her adoption story has inspired several picture books with Scholastic, including You Are Enough and You Are Loved. Sofia lives in Northern California with her parents, three older brothers, two dogs, and a cat.
JUV039150 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Special Needs
JUV013010 - Juvenile Fiction | Family | Adoption
JUV074000 - Juvenile Fiction | Diversity & Multicultural
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