Early Reader Review: My Self, Your Self by Esme Shapiro

Source: From Netgalley and Tundra Books in exchange for an honest review. This in no way alters my opinion or review.

My Self, Your Self by Esme Shapiro
Publisher: Tundra Books
Publication Date:  September 27, 2022

 

Format: Ebook

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Goodreads Synopsis:

Follow along with lovable forest creatures as they discover what is a self and what makes each of us unique.

Your self is the only self you have, and my self is not your self . . . but what is a self? Whatever it is, it’s what makes you you!

From the way you button your coat to the way you tap your toes, from the top of your head to your adorable tummy, there are so many reasons to love your self, and so many reasons to be loved. Join a group of endearing forest creatures as they bake and eat cranberry-butter-pie muffins, sing silly songs at bathtime and stop to smell the chestnut-nettle roses, all the while exploring their individuality. This joyously affirming picture book from the inimitable Esmé Shapiro encourages the youngest readers to get to know and love and be kind to their wonderful selves and the equally wonderful selves around them.

Review: 

I have read a few of Esme Shapiro's books and they are delightfully cute and I love her illustrations. The style is so whimsical and fun. This is a picture book of sorts about being unique and different and how we have to love ourselves. But we also have to treat others with respect and love as well, regarless of their differences. 

It is was a simplistic way to put it, but it is a kids book so younger readers will understand better. The book is great for affirmations and it captures their imagination and is told in a wonderful way for kids to learn.

I think many will come for the beauitful illustraton but many will stay for the cute lesson that so many should be learning. I think this book would be great in classrooms or with counselors, but also wonderful to have in the home as well.