Chocolate Me by Taye Diggs
Appropriate Age Range: 4-8 years
What this book is all about:
Chocolate Me! is a story about a boy who wishes he looked like everyone else after being teased from lighter skinned peers. That is, until his mother helps him appreciate how truly beautiful he is.
Why you might want to read it:
This book is great for teaching children to appreciate the way that they are and love themselves.
4 questions for you to ask your children after reading it:
How do you think the boy felt when his friends shared traits about him that were different than some of the traits they have?
Have you ever felt like the boy in the story?
How would it be if everyone looked, acted, and dressed in the same way?
Explore with your children any questions and biases they may have about children who look different than them.