Summary
While reading, “I Am Enough,” written by Grace Byers we learn about a young girl who despite her differences from those around her, she is ok with being who she is. We learn about a typical day for her and how she can do the same as others and is ok with being who she is. Throughout this book we get an emphasis on diversity and that everyone is, “enough.”
Theme(s):
Respect, Diversity, Friendship, Kindness, and Love
Personal Response
While reading this book, I felt that I learned a lot about ways to highlight diversity to my students. Through this book, we are able to relate and connect to the young girl in the story and how she feels like she is enough. This book is a great activity for all educators to incorporate in their classrooms.
Teaching Ideas
While teaching in the classroom, I would do an activity that allows the students to connect with the book and also connect with the story. I would do group work that correlates with the book that will help my students to learn more about diversity and how we all should be accepting of others.
Recommended Reading Level
Grade 02, Grade 03
