Books Like I'm a Unicorn
Families who loved I'm a Unicorn by Helen Yoon 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 I'm a Unicorn by Helen Yoon 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 your child is feeling like an 'odd duck' or struggling with the pressure to fit a specific label. This hilarious and heartwarming story follows a little calf who is absolutely convinced they are a unicorn because of their single horn, even though they lack the typical sparkles, rainbows, and silky manes associated with the myth. It is a brilliant exploration of identity and belonging that uses absurdist humor to tackle the very real anxiety of not checking all the boxes. Ideal for children ages 3 to 7, Helen Yoon's story validates the 'imposter syndrome' many kids feel when they don't look or act like the archetypes they see in media. It provides a joyful opening for parents to discuss how we define ourselves and where we find our tribe. Ultimately, it is a celebration of self-perception and the wonderful discovery that there is no one right way to be yourself.
