Just Because...: A Story Book About Self-Acceptance

An important story honoring inclusion anti-stereotyping and empathy. Kirkus ReviewBook 1 of 3 in the Ms. Freckle School Story Collection SeriesA beautiful positive and wonderfully illustrated childrens story that encourages children not to judge others. Embracing self-acceptance and self-love.Ms. Freckle has a secret shes worried that her students will laugh at but the students try to show her theres nothing to fear - or is there? What could her secret be?We all have differences but once you step into the class of Ms. Freckle - the nicest teacher of them all theres no need to worry! Just Because... is a feel-good story about accepting who we are and finding the courage to be who we are despite what others may think. Viewed from the teachers perspective giving children the realization that adults have insecurities too. Just Because... embraces the acceptance of ourselves and others while identifying that our circumstances do not define us. Just Because you wear glasses does not mean youre a nerd and Just Because you may be short does not mean you cant play sports. We can do anything! Great book for parents; an exciting and fun school story Great book for librarians and teachers; reading stories about accepting differences Great book to discuss disability awareness friendship and moreGreat multicultural representation of diversity and inclusion Fun self-reflective activity inside