Brightly Storytime:
The Day You Begin

by the Brightly Editors

Welcome to another episode of Brightly Storytime, our video series for kids! Read along with The Day You Begin, sweet, inspiring book written by Jacqueline Woodson and illustrated by Rafael López. When a little girl feels like she doesn’t fit in, she discovers that sharing her story can be a way to celebrate her experiences and build friendships with her classmates.

To learn more about why we love this story, check out Bookshelf Must-Have: The Day You Begin.

If you’re looking for additional books about celebrating who you are, make sure to browse this list of Books to Help Kids Know and Love Themselves.