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by Lori Hanes (Author)
Sometimes the greatest lesson needs no words.
I'm Still a Carrot is a beautifully illustrated wordless picture book that tells the touching story of one little carrot searching for acceptance.
Surrounded by carrots who make fun of his differences, he begins believing he must change to fit in. He tries standing taller, looking straighter, and acting like everyone else but nothing changes.
Then everything changes.
As he journeys into another part of the garden, he discovers something wonderful. Every carrot is different. Some are tall. Some are short. Some are round. Some are crooked. Yet every single one is welcomed, valued, and celebrated.
Without using a single word, children are invited to create the story through the illustrations while exploring important life lessons about self-worth, belonging, empathy, and kindness.
Perfect for families, classrooms, libraries, counselors, and social-emotional learning programs, I'm Still a Carrot encourages children to embrace what makes them unique and reminds them that true friendship begins with acceptance.
Children will discover themes of:
- Self-acceptance
- Bullying prevention
- Confidence
- Kindness and empathy
- Friendship
- Inclusion
- Emotional resilience
- Celebrating differences
A gentle reminder that you never have to change who you are to find where you belong.
