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by Cindy Felkel (Author), Akira Collins (Illustrator)
How Beautiful You Are is an adaptation of the classic Thumbelina fairytale. This magical and hopeful story centers on a kind woman who feels rejected by society because of her scars. Thumbelina comes to the rescue with the profound wisdom of a child. Despite her physical challenges as a tiny girl, through simple acts of kindness, Thumbelina stands tall as a role model for children and adults as well. This whimsical tale challenges beauty standards and societal norms as it encourages readers to see the beauty around them and to practice cultivating beauty through kindness. With beautiful, inclusive illustrations and a story line that encourages cultivating kindness, How Beautiful You Are is the perfect bedtime story to generate discussions of family values and morality. The simple story line touches on complex themes, highlighting our common humanity and the harm caused by societal perceptions of beauty. As we experience the world through Thumbelina's eyes, we are challenged to look past people's scars, to notice the world around us, to value nature, to practice compassion, to see good in others, and to appreciate the beauty surrounding us every day.
