Books Like Happy in Our Skin
Families who loved Happy in Our Skin by Fran Manushkin often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Happy in Our Skin by Fran Manushkin often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when you want to nurture a child's natural curiosity about their body and help them develop a healthy, positive self-image. It is an essential choice for parents looking to normalize diversity and celebrate the physical traits that make us unique, from freckles and dimples to various skin tones. The story follows a vibrant community as they go about their day, highlighting how our skin protects us, heals itself, and connects us to others through touch. Written with a rhythmic, bouncy rhyme scheme, it is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who are just beginning to notice differences in appearance. Beyond just skin color, the book emphasizes the amazing functions of the human body, such as how scabs form to help us heal. It is a joyful, inclusive choice that fosters a sense of belonging and gratitude for the 'wonderful skin' we are all in.
