A review by baker16
It's Okay to Be Different by Todd Parr

5.0

It’s Okay to Be Different is a great book to share with children because it teaches them that not only should they feel proud of themselves and their individuality, but it also teaches them that they should be accepting of other children who are different in some way. There are several ways people can be different, such as their skin color, their family, their disability, their size, and many more. Some differences the book shares are funny, such as “It’s okay to have a pet worm.” Other differences are serious, such as “It’s okay to have different moms and dads” and “it’s okay to have no hair.” Everyone can identify with at least one different trait that Todd Parr shares in his book, which makes his book a perfect gift for someone who might struggle with feelings of insecurity or someone who is going through a challenging life transition, such as adoption or cancer treatment. It’s Okay to Be Different would also be a great book for teachers to read in a classroom setting. Children will have fun celebrating their individuality by talking about all the things that make them special, and why their differences are nothing to be ashamed of.