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That Beautiful Mind

by Tami Charles

A child’s busy, creative mind in verse

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A child’s busy, creative mind in verse

A young boy moves through familiar moments—from basketball and baking with his grandfather to math class and video games—while reflecting on a mind that can feel difficult to manage as well as full of ideas. The story frames neurodiversity through the child’s everyday experiences, including both challenges and strengths, and celebrates the different ways children think and learn. Its focus on recognizing individual gifts gives the book a clear foundation for conversations about self-understanding and difference.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 exploring neurodiversity and different ways of thinking.
  • Families seeking a story about self-acceptance and recognizing personal strengths.
  • Adults looking for a book to open conversations about how children learn and experience everyday activities.

Themes

NeurodiversitySelf-acceptanceIndividual strengthsDifferent ways of thinking and learning

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Book overview

From New York Times bestselling author Tami Charles and her son, Chris Charles, comes a soaring and poetic celebration of the beautiful minds that make us all unique!

 

Some days it feels like my mind doesn't work right. Mom says otherwise. "That beautiful mind is what makes you unique."

This poetry-in-motion, sing-out-loud story follows the journey of one young boy as he navigates the challenges of his constantly running, brilliantly creative, and ever-so-busy brain. From basketball to baking with grandpa, to math class, and high-scoring video game conquests, readers will see that his one-of-a-kind mind is his greatest strength, and though challenges may come, he is all the stronger for it!

From bestselling author, Tami Charles, and her son, Christopher Charles, comes a rhythmic text that will speak to any child -- and every child -- who has needed an extra second or a second chance to harness the power of their own unique gifts and limitless potential. Stunning illustrations by New York Times bestselling artist Nikkolas Smith (I Am Ruby Bridges, Born on the Water) brings to life the joy, frustration, and triumph of navigating the world as a neurodivergent child. That Beautiful Mind celebrates the power and diversity of every child's beautiful mind, and the dynamic and prismatic way so many children think and learn.

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