I Am Human: A Book of Empathy

by Susan Verde

Empathy in everyday choices

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Empathy in everyday choices

A child’s reflections on being human bring together individuality, learning, big dreams, and difficult feelings such as fear and sadness. The book connects those experiences to choices grounded in kindness and compassion, including an example of making amends with a friend. Its picture-book journey also emphasizes listening, connection, and finding common ground, and it includes a guided meditation. The focus stays close to a child’s view of how people can care for themselves and others while moving forward after mistakes.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

Children ages 4–8 exploring empathy and kindness
Families and educators introducing compassion, feelings, and making amends
Young readers who enjoy reflective picture books with a guided meditation

Themes

Empathy and compassionFeelings and self-understandingKindness and making amendsHuman connection and common ground

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Book overview

Embrace empathy with even the tiniest humans in I Am Human, a board book edition of the instant #1 New York Times bestseller!

"An age-appropriate and hopeful look at what it means to be a connected human on this planet." ―School Library Journal

From author Susan Verde and illustrator Peter H. Reynolds, the bestselling team that created I Am Yoga and I Am Peace, comes a hopeful celebration of the human family which affirms that although we may make mistakes, we can make good choices by acting with compassion and having empathy for others and ourselves.

A child in a red-striped shirt and blue jeans explores the possibilities open to them as a human being. Beginning with "I was born. A miracle! One of billions but unique!" the text lists activities ("I am always learning"; "I have BIG dreams"). The child explores the difficult sides of being human, such as feelings of fear and sadness. They can "make choices" and "move forward" with "thoughtfulness" (for example, giving flowers to a friend they hurt), learning to live with kindness, compassion, listening, and connection. "I am full of hope. I am human."

When we find common ground, we can feel connected to the great world around us and mindfully strive to be our best selves.

Includes a guided meditation.

Also available:
I Am Me
I Am Yoga
I Am Peace
I Am Love
I Am One
I Am Courage
I Am . . . A Box of Goodness!

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