Story Overview
This board book adaptation of the successful picture book, with 20k+ copies in print, is an empowering alphabet book of affirmations to inspire and remind Black children of their inner power, strength, and worth.
From A is for Afro, to J is for Justice, to R is for Rally, this alphabet book offers affirmations featuring Black children and role models to help children nurture and embrace their authentic selves and to enjoy the magic of childhood.
While this is the first children’s book I ever wrote, it is the second I had illustrated and published. My goal in designing the book was to create an alphabet book of affirmations for children to inspire them and remind them of their inner power, glow, and strength. I wanted to create something that reassures them of what we already know to be true. My inspiration came to me from running across the Back to School Vintage Alphabet, cue my ABC book.
“Speak to your children as if they are the wisest, kindest, most beautiful, and magical humans on earth, for what they believe is what they will become.” ~ Brooke Hampton
Meet The Creative Team
Nyasha Williams
AUTHOR
Sóf'ya Glushkó
ILLUSTRATOR
PRAISE FOR
I Affirm Me: The ABCs of Inspiration for Black Kids
KIRKUS REVIEWS
From Afros to Zen, this book serves messages of radical Black love and healing. Determined, joyous, and necessary.
NAOMI O'BRIEN, @READLIKEAROCKSTARTEACHING
I have been going through this with my son one page a day because there is so much to unpack on one page in the words and in the illustrations. They affirm and uplift Black people in such a beautiful way. I love it so much.
BOOKLIST
This is an inspiring picture book to use with children in the early grades who may have questions about current issues regarding self-concept, appearance, and social action.
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Thoughts on the Book?
What did you like? Any quotes you will save? What would you ask me, the author if you have the chance?