Looking for an inspiring children's book to build self-esteem in boys? This is it! Because I am Me: Positive Affirmations for Brown Boys uses positive affirmations designed to boost self-esteem and build confidence in readers. The character becomes self-assured by reciting powerful "I Am" statements daily. By the end of this book, children will discover that " I AM ENOUGH, BECAUSE I AM ME !" These powerful affirmations can inspire any reader! Erika J. Gibson is a children's book author, who has a passion for children and is an advocate for quality early childhood education. Erika earned a Master of Education degree in School Psychology from Howard University and has worked directly and indirectly with children and early care educators, where she noticed a lack of diversity in children's books and educational resources. Erika aims to diversify print literature one book at a time to empower, inspire, encourage, educate, and instill hope in all children.