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You Are Enough

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A - C

A - C

You Are Not Alone by The Alphabet Rockers

"When I say something is unfair to me, but it's fair for you, what does that make it? When I meditate, it all gets clear. And if you listen, you will really hear. I am not alone. I am enough."

Laxmi's Mooch by Shelly Anand

After Laxmi's friend Zoe points out the hairs on her lip, Laxmi is very self-conscious until her East Indian parents help her to accept and celebrate her appearance.

Becoming Vanessa by Vanessa Brantley-Newton

Vanessa is nervous she will not fit in on her first day of school, but she hopes a special outfit will show her new classmates she is someone they should know.

Just Like Me by Vanessa Brantley NewtonA collection of poetry filled with engaging mini-stories about girls of all kinds.

I Am Every Good Thing by Derrick BarnesIllustrations and easy-to-read text pay homage to the strength, character, and worth of a child.

All the Ways to be Smart by Davina Bell "A tender, funny, and exquisitely illustrated picture book celebrating all the unique and wonderful qualities that make children who they are. With heartwarming rhyming text all about knowing what makes you special, All the Ways to Be Smart is a wonderful introduction to conversations about self-esteem."--Provided by publisher.

I Will Be Fierce! by Bea Birdsong It's a brand-new day, and a young girl decides to take on the world like a brave explorer heading off on an epic fairytale quest.

I Am Enough by Grace ByersWe are all here for a purpose. We are more than enough. We just need to believe it.

I Believe I Can by Grace ByersI Believe I Can is an affirmation for boys and girls of every background to love and believe in themselves.

My Hair is a Garden Cozbi A. Cabrera After being teased yet again about her unruly hair, MacKenzie consults her neighbor, Miss Tillie, who compares hair care with tending her beautiful garden and teaches MacKenzie some techniques.

Zuri Ray Tries Ballet by Tami Charles

Zuri Ray loves trying extraordinary new things but when Jessie, her Best Friend From Diapers, chooses ballet Zuri Ray finds it too challenging until the teacher encourages her to be herself.

D - H

I Love My Purse by Belle DeMontCharlie loves the bright red purse that his grandmother let him have. One day, he decides to take it to school. First his father, then his friends, and even the crossing guard question him about his “strange” choice. After all, boys don’t carry purses. They point out that they, too, have things they like, but that doesn’t mean they go out in public wearing them. But Charlie isn’t deterred.

Magnificent Homespun Brown by Samara Cole DoyonJoyful young narrators celebrate feeling at home in one's own skin.

Ho'onani: Hula Warrior by Heather Gale"An empowering celebration of identity, acceptance and Hawaiian culture based on the true story of a young girl in Hawai'i who dreams of leading the boys-only hula troupe at her school. Ho'onani feels in-between. She doesn't see herself as wahine (girl) OR kane (boy). When Ho'onani finds out that there will be a school performance of a traditional kane hula chant, she wants to be part of it. But can a girl really lead the all-male troupe? Ho'onani has to try." - provided by publisher

Rainbow: A First Book of Pride by Michael GenhartChildren from different kinds of families demonstrate the original meanings of the colors in the rainbow flag, and then come together at a Pride parade.

Dare to Dream Big by Lorna Gutierrez Young children dream of doing inspiring things, helping others, and having the courage to be themselves.

Ambitious Girl by Meena Harris

A girl sees a woman labeled as having too much ambition, but when the girl considers its definition she finds herself inspired and realizes ambition is required to make changes to the world and have her voice be heard.

Extraordinary Ordinary Ella by Amber HendricksElla is not talented like her family and friends, but during the school talent show she discovers just how extraordinary ordinary can be when her acts of kindness steal the show.

All Kinds of Awesome by Jess Hitchman

Encourages readers to find what they love to do and turn that passion into a future career.

Eyes that Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho

A self-confident and strong young girl recounts how she shares her eyes--and so much more--with her mother, her amah and her little sister.

I - L

A Girl Like Me by Angela Johnson"Empower young readers to embrace their individuality, reject societal limitations, and follow their dreams. " - from Amazon

Playing Wicked by Alex R. Kahler When Dante plays make-believe with his friends he is the wizened wizard or regal ruler, but when he is by himself he would rather be the wicked queen.

Under My Hijab by Hena KhanAs a young girl observes that each of six women in her life wears her hijab and hair in a different way, she considers how to express her own style one day.

Julián is a Mermaid by Jessica LoveWhile riding the subway home from the pool with his abuela one day, Julián notices three women spectacularly dressed up. Their hair billows in brilliant hues, their dresses end in fishtails, and their joy fills the train car. When Julián gets home, daydreaming of the magic he's seen, all he can think about is dressing up just like the ladies in his own fabulous mermaid costume.

M - Q

G My Name is Girl by Dawn Masi

Illustrations and rhythmic text celebrate girls around the world and what makes each an individual, from adventurous Argentinians Alba and Ayelén, to zealous Zambians Zahra and Zena.

Beautiful by Stacy McAnultySpirited girls offer a quirky take on traditional advice of how beautiful girls should behave, showing how their own individuality and talent make them beautiful.

I Love Me! by LaRonda Gardner MiddlemissThrough illustrations and simple, rhyming text a group of children celebrates their own bodies, pointing out how their diverse arms bend and fold, their teeth shine, and more.

A Boy Like You by Frank MurphyEncourages every boy to embrace all of the things that make him unique, and to be curious, brave, kind, thoughtful, and more.

Sulwe by Lupita Nyong'oWhen five-year-old Sulwe's classmates make fun of her dark skin, she tries lightening herself to no avail, but her encounter with a shooting star helps her understand there is beauty in every shade.

Pink is for Boys by Robb PearlmanPink is for boys . . . and girls . . . and everyone!

R - Z

Happy Hair by Mechal Renee RoeHappy Hair is a call and response book that promotes positive self-esteem and hair love to girls of all ages! Happy Hair covers different shades and hair types.

M is for Melanin by Tiffany RoseAn alphabet book empowers young African Americans to love themselves and their culture.

Boonoonoonous Hair by Olive SeniorA young girl learns to love her difficult-to-manage, voluminous and boonoonoonous hair

Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You by Sonia SotomayorSonia and her friends plant a garden, and each one contributes in his or her own special way, in a book that celebrates the many differences among humans.

Tallulah Plays the Tuba by Tiffany Stone"Tallulah dreams of playing the tuba, but she's small and the tuba is very large. Everyone around her tells her to wait until she's bigger, but Tallulah can't wait--she just has to play the tuba in her school band."-- Provided by publisher.

Dress Like a Girl by Patricia TohtExplores the concept of dressing "like a girl," in which girls dress in space suits, police officer uniforms, and laboratory coats to prove that girls can be anything they want to be.

My Kicks: A Sneaker Story by Susan Verde When a child outgrows his favorite sneakers, he's resistant to let them go, convinced that a new pair just won't be the same.

Brown Sugar Babe by Charlotte Watson"When a little girl has doubts about the color of her skin, her mother shows her all the wonderful, beautiful things brown can be! This message of self-love and acceptance uses rich, dreamy illustrations to celebrate the color using all the senses: sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing" -- Amazon.com

I'm Gonna Push Through! by Jasmyn Wright"Inspired by a mantra written for her third-graders, Jasmyn Wright's uplifting call to "push through" is an invitation to young readers to announce their own power and to recognize and reaffirm that of others, regardless of setbacks."-- Provided by publisher.

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