The Color of Me

By Jennifer Pagano

The Color of Me is a heartfelt children's story about kindness, courage, and discovering the beauty of who you are.

Meet Luna, a gentle little ladybug who sometimes wonders if she shines as brightly as the world around her. While other bugs seem bold, colorful, and confident, Luna begins to question what makes her special.

But as she moves through her garden home, something magical begins to happen.

With every small act of kindness-helping a friend, showing courage, and caring for those around her-Luna earns glowing golden stars. Each star is not given for being the loudest or the brightest, but for being thoughtful, brave, and true.

When a sudden storm sweeps through the garden, Luna is faced with her biggest challenge yet. In a moment that calls for courage, she discovers that the light she's been searching for has been within her all along.

Through lyrical storytelling and a warm, whimsical world of garden friends, The Color of Me gently teaches children that:

Kindness is a quiet kind of magicTrue beauty comes from withinEven the smallest hearts can shine the brightest

Perfect for ages 3-8, this story supports social-emotional learning, builds self-esteem, and encourages children to recognize their own inner light.

✨ Because the most beautiful color you can be... is yourself.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GX57GDM8
• ISBN13: 9798218947187
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Poppy Lark Children
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 3 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3