This book is about how all skin colors are beautiful. A little girl is getting bullied for how dark she is and this book kind of explains what happens but also how everybody is different, and everyone is beautiful. It’s based on a Grammy winning song, which must be a Grammy winning children’s songs because there are refrains of the song in the book. Overall, I like the book, and I wish they had an included more of the song because while they do work together, one seems at a place when you add the illustrations plus the message. I like this book there’s just something off about it.

I absolutely loved this book! Thankful to the publishers who sent the physical book to have in hand and enjoy. But also a chance to see the kindle version and experience it a second time. We need more books like this... that quiet the bullies and the outside influences and build up a child's view of themselves. This story helps them focus on the beauty of how God made them. And helps them see just beauty and strength and confidence over who they are are what they look like. The words children hear over and over they absorb. And this story is one worth repeating over and over to them!

ou're Beautiful offers a powerful and inspiring message that all children need to hear and have reinforced — that they are beautiful just as they are, regardless of their skin tone or features. The illustrations are warm and engaging, and the core message, especially around celebrating brown skin, is so important and affirming.

However, as much as I appreciated the heart behind this book, the narrative felt somewhat disjointed. The story begins by following a little girl and her family, but as other characters are briefly introduced, it disrupts the flow and makes the storyline confusing. It feels like an attempt to broaden the message for all children, but in doing so, it loses the focus on brown skin and the unique beauty that deserves to be centered.

While I absolutely believe in inclusivity and the importance of uplifting all children, this book seemed to force that broader message in a way that diluted its original impact. Rather than naturally weaving in inclusivity, it felt like an obligatory addition — almost as if to avoid focusing "too much" on brown skin, which is disheartening given how rare and needed those focused messages are.

There are many wonderful books that genuinely and seamlessly affirm all children, but You're Beautiful would have been stronger if it had fully embraced its original focus. Still, the book's intent is beautiful, and it opens the door for important conversations with children about self-love and acceptance.

This was a lovely kids book. It represented many children and had such an important message about inclusion and how valued everyone is.

This was a wonderful book with a beautiful message of self-love. Awesome illustrations! Nice addition with the song.

What a beautiful book - and I mean this by both the story and the illustrations. I also love that it comes with a song. I think this would be a great book to integrate even to libraries/book collections of those who may not be of color to show the diversity and how lovely people are in all shades.

You’re Beautiful is such a beautiful story about the difference between us. Being different doesn’t make us less we are beautiful as we are. It is a good way to bring these conversations to the table with your little people who sometimes feel different or not as worthy. So much an important message.

Sweet story of the beauty of us all no matter our skin color. I loved the colorful, bright and beautiful illustrations. They drew me in and combined with the words and message, had me smiling.

I loved the sweet and compassionate nature of the parents and them teaching their daughter that she is beautiful and perfect just the way she is.

I can't wait to listen to the song that the parents sing for her, I wasn't able to with the review copy that I had but can't wait to enjoy it fully when the book is published.

I received a copy from the publisher, Shadow Mountain Publishing, via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.

Happy Reading!!!

This was a beautiful book, and the song that accompanies it was really touching too. The illustrations here are absolutely gorgeous too.

This was such a cute book with beautiful messages for children. We had a great discussion in my 2nd-grade class after reading the book. Anytime I can share a positive and uplifting message and book I feel so happy.

A very important children’s book about differences making us more beautiful. Whether it’s brown skin, almond shaped eyes, or red hair, people still matter and are an important part of the family and community. The illustrations are bright and colorful. The sing-song chorus is catchy. This is a fun book for early readers.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

Beautiful illustrations indicating the diversity of appearances of people. When a child feels slighted, seen wrongly, a simple rhyme or two can help reshape their inner voices. It's a good counter for children who've faced discrimination, bullying, and hostility based on physical attributes.

This was a wonderful book with a beautiful message of self-love. Every child can benefit from this story. Awesome illustrations!

ARC review - What a beautiful story 😭 As a mixed race individual, this children’s book hit home. The illustrations are wonderful! The story is too! This is a book anyone of any race/religion/background can enjoy. Thank you NetGalley for the chance to review this children’s book.

I love this for self-love and self-confidence! As an educator, we need more conversations around this for students who feel different.

This was very cute and had a very meaningful message! My only critique is the transitions between children/families was a little out of nowhere! Maybe adding a page between would help? Otherwise I thought it was cute and I love that there is an accompanying song!

Such a gorgeous book. It would be the perfect addition to any classroom library or indeed every child's home library too. A beautiful central message. That we are all beautiful and that what's important is what comes from within. I also love that there's a qr code with a link to the song the book is based on . A fun, interactive reading experience with your child or pupils. I love the representation of different families too. The illustrations are beautiful.

Love this book! What a great message and a great way of telling it. Also loved the illustrations with all of the different ''kinds'' of children...I adored the depiction of the child with a yamulke, even darker skin, an Oriental hat! This book doesn't just talk about there being different kinds of kids...it shows them so children know what we're talking about! I couldn't have loved more the idea that the song the Mom and Dad sing is also included as a QR code in the book. When reading a children's book with a song in it aloud, I hate having to make up the melody myself. This way, I know just how the song goes and we can sing it at home! This book is joyful and has such a positive message...it also doesn't shy away from the idea that some people just aren't nice/don't understand that people are different but all beautiful!

I feel like this book has the perfect age-appropriate message for my 5-year-old. The song cute and catchy. I appreciated the diverse families featured throughout the book— everyone can see themselves in at least one character.

((I will review in Goodreads closer to publication day.))

I love the message and beauty of this book with empowering words and an uplifting song. It not only includes why to feel good about yourself, but also what to do and say to other people who may be feeling down and misunderstood.