Illustrated by Sabrena Khadija
Penguin Workshop / Penguin Random House
Body Power
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My Hands Can“These are my hands, one and two. Look at what these hands can do!” A bouncy, rhythmic celebration of all the many wonderful things we can do with our hands. What amazing things can your hands do? | My Feet GoMore bouncy fun, more body power! Celebrate all the amazing things are body can do, with a joyful send-up of our feet: all the things they do, all the places they can do take us. Where will your feet go today? | My Mouth SaysRight there in the center of your face . . . what is a mouth for? From fun facial expressions to blowing bubbles to finding words when you need them most. What does your mouth have to say? |
Awards for My Hands Can
2025 Reach Out & Read: RI book club selection, in partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield Rhode Island
Awards for My Feet Go
2025 Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library selection
★ Few board books blend physical awareness, emotional intelligence, and joyful representation as seamlessly as this one. Paquette’s rhythmic text explores the many things mouths can do (eat, sing, advocate, comfort), while Khadija’s vibrant art and thoughtful use of color celebrate a joyful and diverse range of faces, voices, and experiences. Every page models agency, connection, and kindness. VERDICT An essential, empowering addition to early literacy, SEL, and identity collections.” —School Library Journal, starred (for My Mouth Says)
“This empowering and uplifting board book recognizes the potential and possibility of the hands of each child. … Eye-catching spreads depict children of various skin tones and include characters who are blind, deaf, or use prosthetics. The first in a planned trilogy, this encouraging title is a warm and welcome addition to all board book collections.”—School Library Journal (for My Hands Can)
“This series will provide young readers with a deep understanding and appreciation of everything their hands can do, and invite them to look beyond what’s known and obvious.” –YA Books Central (for My Hands Can)
“Written in a lyrical, affectionate tone, and illustrated in bright, warm colors, My Hands Can celebrates our bodies everywhere and is sure to spark wonder, love, and respect for everything hands can do.” –Midwest Book Review
“Celebrate the amazing power of feet in this delightful rhyming board book! This title features diverse physical attributes of feet, showcasing their capabilities and accomplishments. VERDICT: This book will be a hit during story time and for one-on-one reading.” –School Library Journal (for My Feet Go)