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by Camille Charpentier (Author), Penny Weber (Illustrator)
Starr is a five-year-old star in the Great Bear Constellation who feels like his light just does not shine as brightly as the others. In dance class, every fall on his little star butt makes him feel less special. Starr gives up dancing and flings his dance shoes into outer space! As his sadness grows, something frightening happens. Starr's light begins to fade. His worried parents gently remind him of an important truth. Everyone is special in their own unique way, and loving who you are is what keeps your light shining. Dancing is not about being perfect. It is about joy. And his unique way of dancing turns out to be appreciated by many!
This charming children's picture book celebrates self-acceptance, self-love, and self-pride, encouraging young readers to embrace what makes them unique. Set among the stars, it also gently sparks curiosity about astronomy while reminding children how to keep their inner light shining bright.
