Shades of You! Shades of Me!

Shades of You, Shades of Me is a heartwarming children's book that celebrates the vibrant diversity of skin tones in everyday life. Through lively illustrations and simple, engaging language, young readers are introduced to people of all shades and hues as they go about their daily activities-participating in class, playing on the beach or singing in the choir. The book highlights how our different skin tones make the world a colorful and beautiful place. With an emphasis on unity and acceptance, Shades of You, Shades of Me encourages children to embrace and appreciate the beauty in themselves and others.

Born in Mobile, Alabama, Essie Mae Rogers was raised in the quaint town of Irvington, Alabama, in the close-knit community of Dixon's Corner. As the fifth child in a vibrant family of eight, she learned the value of connection, diversity, and resilience early on. Essie attended Dixon Elementary and Peter F. Alba High School, small but diverse southern schools that shaped her perspective on inclusion and collaboration. Essie later embarked on a career in the military, where she worked alongside men and women from all corners of the nation. This experience deepened her understanding of teamwork and reinforced her belief in the importance of embracing individual purpose. Now a mother of three, Essie shares her empowering message with both children and adults: You have been perfectly placed. Her story inspires others to recognize the beauty in their unique journey and to thrive wherever life has led them.

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