Strong Like Me
Publisher: Puffin
Kamara loves being strong. She can give piggybacks to her older brother and she can run and swim super fast. This year she’s determined to beat Benji in the Big Race at Sports Day. But when her classmates say she’s showing off, her excitement about Sports Day fizzles out. Maybe she shouldn’t join in.
But Auntie Lynda says that Kamara’s friends will shine in their own way. She mustn’t dim her own light to please them. And besides, there is more than one way to be strong. Which Kamara proves on Sports Day...
Strong Like Me is a heart-warming book that addresses tiny jealousies between classmates and friends, and reaffirms the importance of being yourself.
This debut from writer and social commentator Kelechi Okafor is full of affirmation that even if you’re physically strong, you can also be vulnerable, kind, and persistent. Plus, you shouldn’t change for anyone.
With gorgeous illustrations showcasing a loving family, this is a picture book for boys, girls, and anyone needing a boost.
