My Footprints

by Bao Phi

Capstone Editions

For ages 5 to 9

Book Description: Every child feels different in some way, but Thuy feels "double different." She is Vietnamese American and she has two moms. Thuy walks home one winter afternoon, angry and lonely after a bully's taunts. Then a bird catches her attention and sets Thuy on an imaginary exploration. What if she could fly away like a bird? What if she could sprint like a deer, or roar like a bear? Mimicking the footprints of each creature in the snow, she makes her way home to the arms of her moms. Together, the three of them imagine beautiful and powerful creatures who always have courage - just like Thuy.

I just read this little story to my daughters and they both loved it. 

The older one said she loved all the creatures, and the younger one loved that Thuy was playing in the snow, and asked to gear up and go outside to play.

The illustration is absolutely adorable and it makes the story very engaging, as my girls curled up next to me trying to see better all the drawings.

I would recommend this book for any parent, aunt/uncle, grandma/grandpa that wants to gift this little book and teach their little ones about acceptance of diversity, and also how important is to brush it off when you're not feeling well because of being bullied. 

Disclaimer: I received an Advance Review Digital Copy of this book before it's publication. This review is uncompensated.