Jen Benz

I am Glad You are You Jen Benz

Now more than ever there is a need to teach children the importance of diversity and inclusion. "I am Glad You are You" is designed to subtly teach children to value the differences in themselves and others. In the story, Koala Girl shares her appreciation of the differences she sees in herself and all of her friends. Her message is that there is nothing wrong with looking, feeling, or doing things differently than your friends. Koala Girl encourages young children to be brave enough to be themselves and kind enough to welcome and appreciate the diversity of others.