I'm Here by Peter H. Reynolds
Appropriate Age Range: 4-8 years
What this book is all about:
A boy shares his experience of the world around him as he sits alone on the playground watching the other children play until a friendship starts when a girl comes over and joins him.
Why you might want to read it:
I'm Here, although simply written, is an incredibly powerful book that shares the message of kindness, empathy, friendship, and inclusivity.
4 Questions for you to ask your children after reading it:
Although the boy is sitting alone at the beginning of the story he says, "I'm here." How do you think he is feeling?
Why do you think the boy was sitting alone?
How do you think the boy felt when the girl came over to him with his airplane?
How can you show someone you are "here" or create a sense of belonging/being seen?