“An adoring mother fortifies her young son’s self-confidence in this reverential affirmation story . . . Smooth, likely digital illustrations support the rhyming text’s heartwarming first-person message and exude reassurance, resilience, and comfort across a range of settings in the home and community. Brown and Harris each continue to impress with their range and positivity. This young boy’s bolstered journey to self-love is a natural follow-up to Brown’s Brown Baby Lullaby as well as a lovely lap time pick for proud parents.” —Booklist

“All children rely on the love and support of their caregivers, but they also need the space to take those first forays into independence—a truth that Brown clearly understands . . . Brown’s matter-of-fact verse thrums with a gentle energy, accompanied by Harris’ winsome illustrations, which radiate love. Subtle Christian undertones appear in both text and art; at one point the parent refers to the youngster as ‘a gift and a blessing / I’ll cherish forever,’ and the story concludes at church, with the child performing a solo in a gospel choir. Thoughtful and empowering.” —Kirkus Reviews