An affirmative, empowering story about embracing your identity and finding your voice, inspired in part by debut author Korey Watari’s experiences growing up Asian American, and illustrated by her husband, Mike Wu, Pixar artist and creator of the Ellie series.
I am beautiful.
I belong here.
What I do matters.
I am able to shine.
Each night Keiko whispers to her crane, “I wish to change the world.” She is kind, and she has big dreams. But at times she feels invisible; she knows some people misjudge her. Keiko is also loved, so she perseveres and stands strong. Over time, her confidence grows, she shares more of herself, and she helps lift up others―and eventually lead them. She understands that no matter what, she can shine.---from the publisher
40 pages 978-1542031530 Ages 4-7
Keywords: girls, Asian and Asian American, self image, self esteem, Social Emotional Learning SEL, perseverance, finding yourself, believing in yourself, 4 year old, 5 year old, 6 year old, 7 year old, diversity, diverse books
