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I Color Myself Different

I Color Myself Different

I Color Myself Different book cover.

Written by: Colin Kaepernick.

Illustrated by: Eric Wilkerson.

When Colin’s teacher asks the class to draw a picture of their families, his classmates notice something different about his picture. He is the only member of his family with dark skin. Colin understands he is adopted but didn’t expect this reaction from his friends. With the power of the people who inspire him, Colin gives his class a lesson on being different and magnificent!

This is a beautifully written autobiography by Colin Kaepernick. The art by Erick Wilkerson is soft and vibrant simultaneously making is a wonderful storytime book!

Book submitted by: Library for the Kind.

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