--- product_id: 105308602 title: "The Day You Begin" price: "€ 30.30" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/105308602-the-day-you-begin store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # The Day You Begin **Price:** € 30.30 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Day You Begin - **How much does it cost?** € 30.30 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/105308602-the-day-you-begin) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! Featured in its own episode in the Netflix original show Bookmarks: Celebrating Black Voices ! National Book Award winner Jacqueline Woodson and two-time Pura Belpré Illustrator Award winner Rafael López have teamed up to create a poignant, yet heartening book about finding courage to connect, even when you feel scared and alone. There will be times when you walk into a room and no one there is quite like you. There are many reasons to feel different. Maybe it's how you look or talk, or where you're from; maybe it's what you eat, or something just as random. It's not easy to take those first steps into a place where nobody really knows you yet, but somehow you do it. Jacqueline Woodson's lyrical text and Rafael López's dazzling art reminds us that we all feel like outsiders sometimes-and how brave it is that we go forth anyway. And that sometimes, when we reach out and begin to share our stories, others will be happy to meet us halfway. (This book is also available in Spanish, as El Día En Que Descubres Quién Eres !) Review: Must read - The first day of school usually starts with the ubiquitous ice breaker question- what did you do over the summer break?! A potentially harmless question, but for children who have nowhere to go or stuck at home due to other circumstances, this can be very alienating. Angelina has spent her summer taking care of her sister. Though she has travelled far off via books, there is no real experiences to share. Similarly, Rigberto feels alienated owing to his roots and a Korean girl feels alienated owing to her non traditional food choices. This is a book of children in normal circumstances feeling alienated due to reasons not in their control. The metaphor of constantly trying to measure up to their peers is something we all grapple with. A lovely message of finding it within yourself to not let self doubt hold you down. There will be times when you feel like you are very different from the rest, but that is a good opportunity to try to share your story and find the power of your own voice and the power of your unique self. Ideal for kids aged 5+ yrs Review: Heartwarming and Insightful read - "The Day You Begin" is a poignant and beautifully illustrated children's book that explores themes of identity, diversity, and finding your voice. Through the stories of several children who feel different, the book gently encourages self-acceptance and celebrates the unique qualities that make each individual special. It's a heartwarming and insightful read. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #37,689 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #8 in Children's Nonfiction on Prejudice & Racism #9 in Children's Fiction on Prejudice & Racism #133 in Fiction about Emotions for Children | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 7,550 Reviews | ## Images ![The Day You Begin - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91--h58usyL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must read *by A***H on 5 July 2024* The first day of school usually starts with the ubiquitous ice breaker question- what did you do over the summer break?! A potentially harmless question, but for children who have nowhere to go or stuck at home due to other circumstances, this can be very alienating. Angelina has spent her summer taking care of her sister. Though she has travelled far off via books, there is no real experiences to share. Similarly, Rigberto feels alienated owing to his roots and a Korean girl feels alienated owing to her non traditional food choices. This is a book of children in normal circumstances feeling alienated due to reasons not in their control. The metaphor of constantly trying to measure up to their peers is something we all grapple with. A lovely message of finding it within yourself to not let self doubt hold you down. There will be times when you feel like you are very different from the rest, but that is a good opportunity to try to share your story and find the power of your own voice and the power of your unique self. Ideal for kids aged 5+ yrs ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Heartwarming and Insightful read *by N***M on 25 December 2024* "The Day You Begin" is a poignant and beautifully illustrated children's book that explores themes of identity, diversity, and finding your voice. Through the stories of several children who feel different, the book gently encourages self-acceptance and celebrates the unique qualities that make each individual special. It's a heartwarming and insightful read. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Goodmorning book *by J***R on 17 December 2025* Nice book for kids. 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