Sophia Payne Beautiful Layers of Me Hardback Book

A reassuring picture book celebration of individuality and heritage told with heart, emotion and evocative illustrations, for every child battling with their selfesteem or anxiety about wearing cultural dress."Beautiful . . . Reflects the reality of many young people who may feel unsure of traditional clothing and how it might be perceived by others." Inclusive Books for ChildrenCelebrate each others unique identity and build tolerance, empathy and understanding of everybodys background in this authentic and sensitively told story from Sophia Payne and the 2023 Diverse Book Awardwinning illustrator Ruchi Mhasane. Ameena cant wait for her auntys wedding. She is wearing a brandnew salwar kameez the layers of floaty fabric filled with pretty patterns make her feel like a princess. But when someone comments on her pyjamas, she loses all confidence, fearing that her friends might not accept her traditional clothing. Through courage, family love and selfbelief, Ameena discovers what it means to take pride in the beautiful layers of her heritage, especially in the face of difficult comments."An affirming story about accepting and loving ourselves and our cultural traditions." Kirkus Reviews"A sincere ending. . . shows the rich and intricate layers of their diverse cultures that make them beautiful and empowers viewers to embrace their identity with confidence." The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books | Sophia Payne Beautiful Layers of Me Hardback Book