Impulse from library. Just what one would expect, given the cover and knowing that Kaepernick is an activist. Well, more so, actually, because it includes back matter for further inspiration. ( )

This is a book about a little boy who is the only brown boy in his family who gains confidence to tell his class that he's adopted into a white family and that's why they are different colors

This is a book about a little boy who is the only brown boy in his family. When asked to draw a picture of his family in class, a classmate asked why he was the only brown one. The little boy was nervous at first but then gained the confidence to tell his classmates that he is a different color and he loves it. ( )

"I Coloured Myself Different" is a children's book by Colin Kaepernick that celebrates diversity and encourages self-love and acceptance. It is a powerful tool for classrooms to teach young students about inclusivity, individuality, and anti-racism. ( )

This book is an autobiography about a young boy named Colin who questions why he has a different skin tone. After having some conversations with his mom Colin is able to give some amazing speeches about why he is different and how proud he is to be different. This book is a picture book with beautiful illustrations. ( )

Episode from the life of football athlete, Colin Kaepernick, when he carefully chooses the right crayon to make a picture of his family, the the class's questions that hurt him, and the "magnificent" answers that describe his adopted family. A "Dear Reader" letter from the author tells more and includes a childhood photo. The book also has images of his Black heroes and a short summary of their lives. There is no description of his football career.

I Color Myself Different is a joyful ode to Black and Brown lives based on real events in young Colin's life that is perfect for every reader's bookshelf. It's a story of self-discovery, staying true to one's self, and advocating for change... even when you're very little! Highly recommend this book to readers of all ages. ( )

Based on Colin Kaepernick’s own experiences as a biracial child, this is a story of self-acceptance. It all starts when Colin’s teacher asks him to draw his family. What happens next is a journey of self-discovery and a lesson for us all.

"Sometimes it's not easy, but being one of a kind sure is amazing. Somebody has to do it."

Illustrations show an outgoing, confident young Black boy with white parents. When his teacher asks the class to draw family portraits, he's eager to show his, but classmates ask, "Why are you the only brown one in your family?" Rattled at first, Colin remembers a talk with his mom, as well as Black role models like Malcolm X, Angela Davis, Toni Morrison, and others, and replies, "I'm brown. I color myself different! I'm me, and I'm magnificent!" His teacher, a Black woman, affirms his identity and confidence.

Back matter: note to readers, childhood photo, childhood drawing, brief biographies of Black leaders pictured in the book. ( )