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I Love Being Me!

by Mechal Renee Roe Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE

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A rhyming celebration of Black hair and self-confidence

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A rhyming celebration of Black hair and self-confidence

Girls take the lead in this Level 1 Step Into Reading book, which pairs affirming lines with scenes of everyday activities—from reading and soccer to cooking and gardening. Its focus on natural Black hair, girlhood, and positive self-image gives the simple reader a clear celebratory thread. Big type, familiar words, rhyme, and picture clues are part of the Step 1 format described for children beginning to read.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Beginning readers who know the alphabet and are ready for an easy reader
  • Children interested in stories celebrating Black hair, girlhood, and self-esteem
  • Families seeking an affirming picture-led book for ages 4–8

Themes

Natural Black hairSelf-esteem and positive affirmationsGirlhoodEveryday activities

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Book overview

Celebrate diversity and natural Black hair with this bright, joyful level 1 Step Into Reading book that will have girls everywhere repeating the book's chorus: "I love being me!"

Girls will love seeing strong, happy reflections of themselves in this vibrant, rhyming, Step 1 reader about the joy of being a girl. Full of positive affirmations and bright scenes of girls enjoying their favorite activities, such asreading, soccer, cooking, swimming, and gardening, this easy reader promotes girls' self-esteem and smarts.

Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Look for all the books in the Happy Hair series:

- Happy Hair
- Cool Cuts
- I'm Growing Great
- Smart Sisters
- I Am Born to Be Awesome! (Step Into Reading)
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