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All Because You Matter (An All Because You Matter Book)
Summary
A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and brown children everywhere: reminding them how much they matter, that they have always mattered, and they always will, from powerhouse rising star author Tami Charles and esteemed, award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier.Instant New York Times bestseller!The #1 Amazon Best Children's Book of 2020A Shelf Awareness's Best Children's Books of 2020A Best Book of 2020, School Library JournalA Best Picture Books of 2020, Chicago Public LibaryA Best Picture Book of 2020, Barnes and NobleA Kirkus Reviews' Best Books of 2020* "A gem for every household." — Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Stunning. Powerful. Timely. Illustrated inspiration at its best." — Horn Book, starred reviewDiscover this poignant, timely, and emotionally stirring picture book, an ode to Black and brown children everywhere that is full of hope, assurance, and love.Tami Charles pens a poetic, lyrical text that is part love letter, part anthem, assuring readers that they always have, and always will, matter. This powerful, rhythmic lullaby reassures readers that their matter and their worth is never diminished, no matter the circumstance: through the joy and wonder of their first steps and first laughs, through the hardship of adolescent struggles, and the pain and heartbreak of current events, they always have, and always will, matter. Accompanied by illustrations by renowned artist Bryan Collier, a four-time Caldecott Honor recipient and a nine-time Coretta Scott King Award winner or honoree, All Because You Matter empowers readers with pride, joy, and comfort, reminding them of their roots and strengthening them for the days to come.Lyrical, personal, and full of love, All Because You Matter is for the picture book audience what The Hate U Give was for YA and Ghost Boys was for middle grade: a conversation starter, a community touchstone, and a deep affirmation of worth for the young readers who need it most.