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★★★★★ A wonderful children's book... gentle, rhythmic, and immersive. A must-read for building emotional resilience in children ages 4-8. — Chicago Book Review

"A timeless, feel-good treasure for families, classrooms, and anyone ready to believe you matter exactly as you are." — Samantha Olsen, San Diego Book Review

A small bunny. A big question: Do I matter?
In a bustling forest where everyone seems louder, faster, and brighter than she is, Luma sometimes feels like a leaf caught in the wind—too quiet, too unsure, and too small to be noticed. Like many children, she quietly wonders if she must be louder, faster, or more special just to matter.

Accompanied by her wise friend Oliver the owl, Luma journeys through glowing clouds and rising storms and discovers a powerful truth: her worth isn't a gift she needs to find—it's something she has carried inside her all along. Because worth isn't something we earn. It's something we already have.

Drawing from the science of emotional development and the psychology of mattering, this story helps children understand that courage, compassion, and connection begin with believing you matter. It is a tender, beautifully illustrated story for home libraries and classrooms, fitting naturally alongside the best social-emotional learning books for kids.

Children will discover:
Why they matter just as they are
How kindness and courage begin from within
That being different is part of what makes them special
How small acts can create big ripples of love

Parents, teachers, and counselors looking for children's books about feelings, books about self-worth for kids, or kindness books for kids will find You Matter, Luma, a meaningful resource for helping young readers navigate their emotions.

Perfect for fans of:
The heartfelt emotional depth of The Rabbit Listened, The Invisible String, and What Do You Do With an Idea?
The gentle warmth and wonder of timeless classics like Goodnight Moon and Winnie-the-Pooh

"Your mattering isn't measured by how loud you are or how fast you run. It lives in your heart and shines through what you do with love."

If your child has ever felt small, unseen, or unsure of their place in the world, this is the story they will carry with them long after the final page.

You Matter, Luma is the first book in the You Matter series, a collection of emotionally rich adventures designed to help children navigate life with confidence, care, and courage.

• John R. Miles
• Published 1970 January 1st by (first published 1970 January 1st)
• ISBN: 163698875X
• ISBN13: 9781636988757
• Pages
• 5.00 16 ratings
• 14 reviews