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The Day You Begin

By Jacqueline Woodson

Adjectives

heartening inclusive inspirational

Genres

Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Starting a new journey can be daunting, especially when you feel different from those around you. 'The Day You Begin' encourages children to embrace their uniqueness and share their stories, fostering connections and understanding. Through lyrical text and vibrant illustrations, this book reminds young readers that everyone feels like an outsider sometimes, but bravery and openness can lead to meaningful friendships.

About the author

Jacqueline Woodson is a much-loved author who writes books for children and young people. She is best known for her book 'Brown Girl Dreaming', which tells stories in beautiful poems. Jacqueline loves helping everyone see the world through different eyes, and her stories are full of hope, friendship, and adventure.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2025

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