I Like Myself!
By Karen Beaumont
The Story
A joyful little girl romps through rhyme after rhyme declaring she likes herself completely — messy hair, beaver breath, and all — no matter what anyone thinks.
Why It's Special
For the kid who needs to hear, loudly and often, that they're already enough exactly as they are.
- Big idea: Self-worth doesn't depend on looking a certain way — liking yourself is a decision you get to make.
- Vibes: Bouncy, silly, unapologetically confident
Perfect For Kids Who
- love rhyming and bouncy read-aloud rhythm
- are working on body confidence and self-acceptance
- respond well to silly, exaggerated illustrations
- enjoy repeating a bold, declarative phrase
Ask Your Little Reader
- Self-image: What are some silly things the girl likes about herself, even the messy parts?
- Real-life connection: What's something about yourself that you really like?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think it feels to say 'I like myself' out loud?
- Imagination: If you made up your own silly rhyme about liking yourself, what would you say?
- Art & illustration: Which picture in the book made you laugh the most, and why?
