All Because You Matter, written by Tami Charles, reviewed by Judy Hauser

Summary: A beautiful book by Tami Charles and beautiful illustrations by Bryan Collier. The text is wonderful advice and stories for children of color. They are reminded that "matter is all things that make up the universe: energy, stars, space... If that's the case, then you dear child matter." Your ancestors were queens, chiefs and legends. You were always thought of as part of all that matters on this earth. The author also reflects on current social issues as a child hears his Pop Pop pray for Trayvon, Tamir and Philando and as a girl hears her name mispronounced in her classroom. This is a beautiful book for all children. The last page reminds children that "You mattered. They mattered. We matter... and always will." 

Straight Talk for Librarians: This is an excellent book to talk about social issues with children.