123 I Like You and Me: A Joyful Counting Book
A counting book that encourages children to love themselves and each other

New from the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture and the author and illustrator of A Is for All the Things You Are


You’re special, and that’s what counts! The brightly illustrated 123 I Like You and Me: A Joyful Counting Book not only teaches children numbers 1-10, but asks questions that encourage them to express their thoughts, emotions, and connection to other people:

Eight children just the same
Eight children unique and different

All have feelings—happy ones, sad ones, scary ones, angry ones.
Each child expresses feelings in different ways.

What feelings did you have today? What do you think the children in the pictures are feeling?

With accessible language and vivid illustrations, this book is perfect for families and educators who want to empower children to feel good about themselves, communicate their feelings, and embrace the unique characteristics of the people around them.
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123 I Like You and Me: A Joyful Counting Book
A counting book that encourages children to love themselves and each other

New from the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture and the author and illustrator of A Is for All the Things You Are


You’re special, and that’s what counts! The brightly illustrated 123 I Like You and Me: A Joyful Counting Book not only teaches children numbers 1-10, but asks questions that encourage them to express their thoughts, emotions, and connection to other people:

Eight children just the same
Eight children unique and different

All have feelings—happy ones, sad ones, scary ones, angry ones.
Each child expresses feelings in different ways.

What feelings did you have today? What do you think the children in the pictures are feeling?

With accessible language and vivid illustrations, this book is perfect for families and educators who want to empower children to feel good about themselves, communicate their feelings, and embrace the unique characteristics of the people around them.
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123 I Like You and Me: A Joyful Counting Book

123 I Like You and Me: A Joyful Counting Book

123 I Like You and Me: A Joyful Counting Book

123 I Like You and Me: A Joyful Counting Book

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A counting book that encourages children to love themselves and each other

New from the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture and the author and illustrator of A Is for All the Things You Are


You’re special, and that’s what counts! The brightly illustrated 123 I Like You and Me: A Joyful Counting Book not only teaches children numbers 1-10, but asks questions that encourage them to express their thoughts, emotions, and connection to other people:

Eight children just the same
Eight children unique and different

All have feelings—happy ones, sad ones, scary ones, angry ones.
Each child expresses feelings in different ways.

What feelings did you have today? What do you think the children in the pictures are feeling?

With accessible language and vivid illustrations, this book is perfect for families and educators who want to empower children to feel good about themselves, communicate their feelings, and embrace the unique characteristics of the people around them.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781588347978
Publisher: Smithsonian Institution Press
Publication date: 01/13/2026
Sold by: Penguin Random House Publisher Services
Format: eBook
Pages: 22
Age Range: 3 Months to 3 Years

About the Author

The NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTURE is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. ANNA FORGERSON HINDLEY is the supervisory coordinator of the Early Childhood Education Initiative at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. KETURAH A. BOBO is a BFA graduate from the Columbus College of Art and Design known for her vibrant illustrations. She is the illustrator of New York Times bestseller I am Enough by Grace Byers and A Is for All the Things You Are.
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