Oh The Things I Can Be When I See Me

<p><strong><em>Astronaut. Ballerina. Chef. Doctor. What do you want to be?</em></strong></p><p>Samara and Lyric are cousins who love to visit their grandmother MeMe. The girls talk about all the wonderful things they want to be. Their self-esteem and confidence grow as they learn about women who have done what they hope to do.</p><p><em>Oh The Things I Can Be When I See Me</em> was inspired by a grandmother’s conversations with her granddaughters. Filled with historical pioneers and modern-day trailblazers this picture book empowers girls of color by providing examples of successful women who look like them.</p><p>“As the mother of two brown girls I know how important it is for young girls to ‘see’ themselves. <em>Oh The Things I Can Be When I See Me</em> is an engaging and powerful book which encourages girls to pursue their dreams.”</p><p>—Dr. Karen M. R Townsend women’s empowerment expert</p><p>“What better way to start girls thinking about their endless career possibilities than <em>Oh The Things I Can Be When I See Me</em>? Thank you Valerie for this magnificent gift to our girls!”</p><p>—Dr. Sonia Cunningham Leverette best-selling author of <em>BJ’s Big Dream</em></p><p>To Valerie J. Lewis Coleman every conversation with a child is an opportunity to teach. Whether basic life skills kindness or career aspirations she encourages her grandbabies and other children to be the best they can be. <strong>ThingsICanBe.com</strong></p>