You Are Important

by Todd Snow, Melodee Strong (Illustrator), Pamela Espeland (Editor)

Every child is precious and valuable. This warm, affirming book helps children know they matter because they are growing and learning new things, because they smile and laugh, because they give comforting hugs, and because we get to hug them. In fact, children are important just because they were born. The simple words and lively illustrations relate to their everyday lives, and the cover reinforces the book's Each child is a star.

Genres: Childrens

24 pages, Board Book

First published July 15, 2007

Reviews

[Kate M. Colby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jack borrowed this book from the Ashland Public Library.

I picked it because he has enjoyed all the books in the series so far. He seems to like the illustrations of kids and their families, pets, surroundings, etc. I like the positive, self-esteem-building messages in them. I hope they soak in for Jack.

[Peacegal · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not a huge fan of how faces were drawn, but it's a good message that encourages self-esteem while promoting kindness and consideration for others.

[Kara · Rating 5 out of 5]

We read this book to our daughter nine years ago and now we read it to our son. I never tire of reading this one and I have likely read it a thousand times. It reads aloud beautifully and has an excellent message.