I am Every Good Thing

Bursting with positivity, ‘I Am Every Good Thing’ is a joyful declaration of potential and possibility. Full of metaphors, it is a book which encourages its readers to celebrate every positive thing about themselves and could easily be the inspiration for some fabulous writing about all the facets and foibles which make us each unique.

Through the text, children learn they can be curious, brave, successful, loving, polite and vulnerable. The illustrations are of black boys shown at work and at play, with family and friends, thoughtful and alone, making a very positive and affirming statement. However, this is a text which should be shared with all everyone. It is a book which all can see themselves reflected and feel valued whilst offering plenty to reflect on and discuss.

Although I am something like a superhero, every now and then, I am afraid

I am not what they might call me, and I will not answer to any name that is not my own.

I am what I say I am.

And without a shadow of a doubt, I am worthy to be loved.

What a fabulous, unequivocal message to be sharing. ‘I am Every Good Thing’ is an essential addition to every bookshelf, everywhere.

I am Every Good Thing Derrick Barnes, illustrated by Gordon C James

Farshore ISBN: 978-0755502707