Kim Roy 
Be Who You Are 

Be Who You Are is a read aloud that takes young readers on an exciting journey of self-awareness and emotional well-being. The book portrays animals to help children explore their many capabilities to make sense of the world they live in. Be Who You Are is written to encourage children to make the connection that just as animals are important, loved and special, they are too. Each animal has its own uniqueness that children can relate to. The animals in the book are beautifully illustrated to show characteristics that are associated with various types of animals that children may see in person or read about. Descriptive words are used to encourage children to visualize the animals’ actions as they come alive throughout the story. Children will love this interactive book where there is predictability and curiosity. The young reader becomes the creative storyteller while seeking to discover the uniqueness within themselves. A great book to engage children in role-playing, imaginary play, building language and literacy, vocabulary development, choral reading, and having fun with creative expression