I Am Every Good Thing (Paperback)

Paperback. Selected by Oprah Magazine as one of its 'essential books for discussing racism with kids'.I am a non-stop ball of energy.Powerful and full of light.I am a go-getter. A difference-maker. A leader. Step inside the mind of the confident narrator of this book. He is proud of everything that makes him who he is. He's got big plans, and will see them through. He's creative, adventurous, smart, funny. A good friend. A superhero. Sometimes he falls, but he always gets back up. And other times he's afraid, because he's often misunderstood. So, slow down, look and listen as he shows you who he really is Featured in the Booktrust Great Books Guide 2021Observer Childrens Picture Book of the MonthPerfect for fans of Dapo Adeolas Hey You!Pitch-perfect Gordon C Jamess painted portraits brim with spirit and dignity. The result is a truly special book by an American author-illustrator duo at the top of their game Imogen Carter, ObserverA poetic paean to the brilliance of black boys, its energetic pages filled with courage, joy and vivid, dynamic illustrations GuardianA powerful celebration of Black boyhood Booklist, starred reviewA much-needed book for Black children when society demonstrates otherwise Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewThis beautiful and necessary book that affirms Black boys and their right to thrive Horn Book, starred reviewAn empowering ode to Black boy joy Publishers Weekly, starred reviewPage after page of empowering text speaks to energetic children everywhere School Library Journal, starred review Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.