Do You See Me? - by Laronda Gardner Middlemiss (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

This joyful and affirming picture book from author LaRonda Gardner Middlemiss and New York Times-bestselling illustrator Reggie Brown invites young readers to dream boldly, live proudly, and embrace their superpower: seeing themselves as they truly are.

Do you see me?
Yes, I do.
I see a child whose heart is true.

Follow a young girl and her mother on a blustery afternoon's adventure as they discover the power of community and the wonders of self-reflection.

Through rhythmic repetition and warm affirmations, this picture book celebrates the beauty and strength that exist within every child: their courage, their drive, their minds--free and wild . . .

Review Quotes

"This celebration of childhood adventure and freedom is a breath of fresh air." --Kirkus

"A warmhearted story and shining picture of a child's developing self-positivity and reflection." --Publishers Weekly

"A gentle reminder that parents' words affect how kids see themselves and that littles can take pride in who they are." --BCCB

About the Author

LaRonda Gardner Middlemiss is a picture book author who came to writing by way of motherhood. Her son's love of story time, which for him meant anytime, immersed her in the wonderful world of picture books. These books inspired her to begin writing stories of her own. An engineer by day, LaRonda resides in Mint Hill, North Carolina, with her family.

Reggie Brown is an award-winning illustrator whose books include The New York Times-bestselling picture book Who Are Your People? by Bakari Sellers, Bros by Carole Boston Weatherford, and Santa in the City by Tiffany D. Jackson. Reggie is passionate about bringing stories of Black children and families to life, one picture at a time. When he's not busy in his studio, you can find him indulging in his love for fantasy, superheroes, and science fiction. He lives in San Diego, California.