About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to affirm your son's identity or provide a gentle mirror for a young Black boy exploring his place in the world. It is the perfect choice for quiet moments of connection when a child needs to feel seen, celebrated, and deeply loved for simply existing. Through rhythmic, poetic language, bell hooks captures the multifaceted nature of boyhood, moving from high energy and boldness to softness and vulnerability. The book celebrates the joy of a boy being exactly who he is, whether he is running, jumping, or sitting in quiet reflection. It is an essential tool for building early self-esteem and reinforcing that all emotions and states of being are valid. This sparse but powerful text is best suited for infants through first graders, offering a soothing yet empowering reading experience that centers on self-love and the beauty of Black childhood.
