Big hair. Even muddy knees.
This feel-good favorite helps kids see that beauty isn’t just what’s on the outside—it’s in kindness, curiosity, and being fully, fabulously you.Â
Genius Mode: Activated
Big ideas, wild curiosity, and imagination that turns cardboard into castles. This book reminds kids they’re already brilliant just as they are.Â
Gratitude Looks Good on You
Sunshine, snacks, snuggles, yep, there’s a lot to love. This joyful read teaches kids how to spot the good and grow it daily.                 Â
Power of the Pause
Waiting is hard. So is staying calm when things go wrong. This gently story remind kids how to pause, breath and keep their cool.
The Real Win? Showing Up
Spoiler: It’s not about trophies. It’s about getting back up, staying the race, and believing you’ve got what it takes, even on the rough days.Â
Big hair. Even muddy knees.
Maxine loves being right—loudly. But when her “I told you so!” starts pushing friends away, she learns that real smarts come with heart.Â
 Just Kidding, But Not Really
Jokes are fun—until they’re not. This clever story helps kids learn where funny ends and hurt feelings begin (without killing the punchline).
Who Cares? She Does.
Shelly shrugs off everything. It feels safer not to care. But sitting out gets lonely, and caring turns out to be the bravest move.
Go Away! Or… Maybe Don’t.
Booker stays closed, afraid of what others might find. But when someone approaches with patience, he learns that opening up is a story worth sharing.
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I write stories that help kids grow and help parents lead with heart.
Whether you homeschool, roadschool, or drop off at 8 a.m., you’re still the CEO of your family. The tone starts with you.
My Because I Am… and Playground Parables series are tools wrapped in stories, designed to build confidence, spark conversations, and make emotional growth part of everyday life.
I write real kids, with real feelings and real mistakes. Because that’s where the growth happens for them and for us.
If you're here, I hope these books help your family grow stronger, more honest, and more connected.
—Azizi Tuere
Brooklyn-born author, wife, mom of two, and firm believer that strong families build a better world.
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