Miss Sanchez spoke to all the children in KS1 and KS2 about this book in assembly, and it has left many of them feeling awe-inspired. Sulwe just wants to be beautiful and bright, like her mother and sister. Then a magical journey in the night sky opens her eyes and changes everything.

Miss Sanchez in year 2 recommends:

Sulwe by Lupita Nyong'o

Reading Age: year 2 - year 6

Genre: self-esteem, fantasy & family.

Books are an incredible way to build children’s self-esteem, and this is one of the fastest growing genres amongst children’s literature currently.

Looking to build self-esteem? These books are a greeting starting place: https://www.thehighlysensitivechild.com/10-books-that-build-self-esteem-in-kids/