• Age: 6 to 8
• Grade: 1 to 3
• Reading age: 6 to 8

The street a young girl lives on is made up of families from all over the world. Her family shares with her their stories of journey and struggle. Her own story begins here in this country, but she is sometimes made to feel she does not belong. She listens to her family’s voices. They tell her she will soar, they tell her she is beautiful. She listens and she says I, too, am here.

A multigenerational story of immigration, racism, and what it truly means to belong. Inspired by Langston Hughes’ poem, “I, Too.”

Morgan Christie is the author of multiple books. She has won the Arc Poetry Poem of the Year Contest, the Prairie Fire Fiction Prize, and the Howling Bird Press Nonfiction Book Award. Morgan wasn’t sure what she wanted to be when she grew up, but she knew that she wanted to make a difference in the world. She hopes that through the stories she tells she is doing just that. Morgan writes out of Toronto.

Morgan Christie's profile page

MARLEY BEROT est une illustratrice qui compte plus de 10 ans d’expérience à la fois personnelle et professionnelle. Elle a notamment réalisé des couvertures pour Neuron, fait du graphisme pour le Festival international du film de Toronto, dessiné des logos et illustré des livres. Elle gère sa propre boutique en ligne. Marley est passionnée par son travail d’artiste, et cela se reflète dans chacune de ses œuvres. Elle habite dans la région de Toronto.

MARLEY BEROT is an illustrator with over ten years of combined personal and professional experience. Her portfolio includes cover art for Neuron, graphic design work for the Toronto International Film Festival, logo design, and book illustration. She runs her own online store called MarleysApothecary.com. Marley is very passionate about her work as an artist, and this can be seen in every piece she creates. She lives in the Toronto area.

Marley Berot's profile page

"An aesthetically striking piece…. I, Too, Am Here is an invaluable resource for inspiring critical dialogues regarding inclusion, race, and identity. Christie’s careful handling of these tough topics makes them approachable to readers without oversimplifying or undervaluing their importance. The book’s collaborative approach—Berot’s vivid images complementing Christie’s words—creates an immersive experience for readers."

Rolling Stone UK

"It’s a powerful story about belonging and hope, with luminous illustrations."

Book Riot

"[T]his is a story that will speak directly to many young readers who have felt like they don't belong, and will help affirm their beauty, presence, and value in the word."

Open Book

"[Morgan Christie] writes about deep, hard topics, like the experience of racism, through the eyes of a child, using simple and innocent language that resonates with readers and is easy for young children to understand. Christie's inspiration from Langston Hughes' poem 'I, Too', which is mentioned in the author's note, is evident. This poem about a Black person's pride and resilience underscores the book's themes and adds a layer of literary richness. It highlights the power of literature to inspire and connect us. Marley Berot, the illustrator, enhances Christie's words with her expressive and dynamic art. ... I, Too, Am Here is a great resource for teaching kids about cultural diversity, resilience, and the impact of racism. ...Highly Recommended."

CM Reviews

“This is a salute to people who have come from all over the world with stories and cultures that shape the places they call home. I, Too, Am Here is a heartwarming story accompanied by vibrant illustrations.”

Dr. Larry Recommends

"Based on I, Too by Langston Hughes, this powerful story of racism and a child’s contact with it is moving and all too real. Reading this book with your own little ones can change the narrative and make the future a brighter one. Books and stories matter. This one is a prime example."

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