Just Like Me by Vanessa Brantley-Newton
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers on January 14, 2020
ISBN: 0525582096
Pages: 40
Format: Picture Book Nonfiction
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This is a picture book of poetry, and it is wonderful. It’s couched as poetry for all kinds of girls, but I’d argue any child will benefit from reading these poems. They encourage strength of character, self love, acceptance of difficulty and challenges, and individual as well as community ability and determination. The illustrations are eye catching, vibrant, and inclusive. This is a great addition to any library collection wanting to highlight poetry for children. Recommended for kids kindergarten and up.

Reviewed by Jessie Trafton, Skidompha Library, Damariscotta, ME