Author: Sara Levine
Illustrator: Mehrdokht Amini
Publisher: Carolrhoda Books
Publication Date: October 3, 2023
Length: 32 Pages
About the Author
Sara Levine is an author, educator, and veterinarian. Her book awards include AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books, the Utah Beehive Book Award, Bank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year, Cook Prize finalist for best STEM picture book, and the Mathical Book Award.
You Are Too Sensitive!
A young Asian-American girl comes to terms with the fact that she is sensitive.
The other children tease and taunt her for having thin skin and acting like a baby.
She learns that her feelings are real and she does not have to feel bad about her sensitivity. She writes her feelings out in a journal and realizes that being sensitive is actually her SUPERPOWER!
The author adds helpful tips for sensitive kids at the end of the story.
My Thoughts
I can relate to the girl in this story because I was also a sensitive child. The author does an amazing job illustrating in words and pictures the feelings a sensitive child deals with.
The mixed-media illustrations are outstanding and add great value to the text.
I love the way the sensitive child writes in a journal to find joy and acceptance. She writes out her feelings and realizes that her sensitivity is not something to be ashamed of.
This is a wonderful book to read-aloud to elementary school children. It could also be used by a counselor or mental health professional. I like everything about this story!!!
My Rating - Five Stars Out Of Five
Thank you to NetGalley for a wonderful reading opportunity.
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