I Absolutely, Positively Love My Spots

Author

Lid'ya C. Rivera

Illustrator

Niña Mata

Publication Date

June 06, 2023

Genre / Grade Band

Fiction / K − 1^st

Language

English

Format

Picture Book

Hardcover

Description

"Highly recommended." --School Library Journal

A young girl with vitiligo celebrates her skin in this joyful picture book by debut author Lid'ya C. Rivera and illustrated by #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Niña Mata!

This lyrical celebration of self-esteem, perseverance, and loving the skin you're in will inspire all children to appreciate their spots or what makes them different. Perfect for pairing with I Am Enough by Grace Byers, Remarkably You by Pat Zietlow Miller, and I Am Every Good Thing by Derrick Barnes.

Includes a personal letter from the author and facts about vitiligo.

Publication date

June 06, 2023

Genre

Fiction

ISBN-13

9780063119970

Publisher

HarperCollins

BISAC categories

Library of Congress categories

Self-confidence
Picture books
Stories in rhyme
Vitiligo

Kirkus

Much-needed encouragement to love the skin we're in.

School Library Journal

PreS-Gr 4--A lovely ode to the beauty of those with vitiligo is showcased in this rhyming picture book. An endearing nameless narrator takes readers through the various reasons why she "absolutely positively love my spots!" Her enthusiasm for everyday activities along with smiling faces of friends and family creates a sense of joy that permeates the book. When the narrator mentions unkind questions from other children, her parents are there reaffirming her beauty and her spirit. Bright colors along with a vast array of fine details makes this an excellent choice for patrons of all ages. VERDICT Highly recommended for all picture book collections.--Maria Graybosch

Lid'ya C. Rivera

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