Kaepernick, Colin,

I color myself different / Colin Kaepernick ; [illustrations by Eric Wilkerson]. - First edition. - 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 cm

An inspiring story of identity and self-esteem from celebrated athlete and activist Colin Kaepernick. When Colin Kaepernick was five years old, he was given a simple school assignment: draw a picture of yourself and your family. What young Colin does next with his brown crayon changes his whole world and worldview, providing a valuable lesson on embracing and celebrating his Black identity through the power of radical self-love and knowing your inherent worth. I Color Myself Different is a joyful ode to Black and Brown lives based on real events in young Colin's life that is perfect for every reader's bookshelf. It's a story of self-discovery, staying true to one's self, and advocating for change...even when you're very little!

004-008. Scholastic Pre-K-3. Scholastic

ISBN: 9781338789621 1338789627

Subjects--Topical Terms:
African American children
Diversity
Self-esteem
Individuality
Adopted children
Race awareness
Self-confidence in children
Self-acceptance
Self-actualization (Psychology) in children

Dewey Class. No.: 155.4/182 B