You Can!

There are so many good things to say about this book that it's difficult to know where to start. Before even mentioning the inclusivity aspects of the book, it is so important to say that it is just a wonderful picture book. It has delightful illustrations and a simple, meaningful and insightful text. I love the concept of witnessing the transition of the babies on page one growing and maturing into the adults on the last page. I would have loved this book anyway, but what sets it apart is the way in which it considers inclusivity in its broadest sense and particularly because a team of experts was involved in how that inclusivity should be presented.My own particular focus is on learning disability because my adult daughter who has a profound learning disability nevertheless loves picture books. She will love this one primarily because of the clear, colourful and dynamic illustrations and although she will not understand the content of the words, she will enjoy the way they sound. I was particularly pleased to read the advice to readers to "love a good picture book whatever your age". My daughter may no longer be a child but this book will be a much loved part of her library (and mine).I have spent many years trying to track down books for and about people with learning and physical disabilities so that my daughter might see herself reflected in the books that she enjoys. This book epitomises the very best of what I've found. It has empathy, imagination, positivity, energy and fun and has been created with a subtlety and lightness of touch that I have rarely encountered. This book is a welcome addition to our personal library but should also be in every public library, school library and book shop because this is a book with a very important message that is delivered with just a wee touch of magic.

I absolutely loved this book. I hope my nephew and new niece have it read to them regularly and absorb every word of it!

This book should be on every child’s bookshelf. A wonderful, joyful, inclusive book which will start a different (and important) conservation with your child at every read. I began reading it to my 4 year old, and by the end my 8 and 11 year olds were curled up on the bed too, each with different questions and thoughts. There are so many layers to the incredible illustrations, so many different stories within. This is a book about positivity, kindness and self belief… highly recommended.

Perfect for confidence bosting.