{"product_id":"these-abcs-belong-to-me-hardcover","title":"These ABCs Belong to Me! - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAlicia McKenzie\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eSarah Demonteverde\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA joyful ABC picture book that helps kids reclaim the words used to describe them--transforming labels into superpowers and building confidence one letter at a time.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhen others use words to define us, they're not always kind.\u003ci\u003eThese ABCs Belong to Me!\u003c\/i\u003e flips the script, inviting children to reclaim traits like \"bossy,\" \"quiet,\" and \"picky\" as personal strengths. From \u003ci\u003eambitious\u003c\/i\u003e--because chasing big dreams takes courage--to \u003ci\u003ezany\u003c\/i\u003e--because creativity deserves to shine--each page celebrates what makes us unique. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eHere's what makes \u003ci\u003eThese ABCs Belong to Me!\u003c\/i\u003e shine: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Turns Labels into Strengths: \u003c\/b\u003e Shows how being \"bossy\" means taking charge, \"quiet\" means loving peace, and \"picky\" means knowing what's best. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Empowers Kids' Self-Image: \u003c\/b\u003eHelps children build resilience and pride in who they are--perfect for nurturing emotional intelligence. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Inclusive \u0026amp; Vibrant: \u003c\/b\u003e Written from a child's perspective, free of gender pronouns, so every kid can see themselves in these pages. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Playful, Uplifting Art: \u003c\/b\u003eFilled with colorful illustrations that celebrate individuality and spark joyful conversations. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ci\u003eThese ABCs Belong to Me!\u003c\/i\u003e is more than an alphabet book--it's a heartwarming guide to self-love and a reminder that the stories we tell ourselves are the most powerful of all.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlicia McKenzie is a true Renaissance woman--a former USAW and CrossFit athlete, health and wellness coach, author, real estate investor, and the proud mother of five. After concluding her competitive athletic career, she turned to real estate investing and health and wellness coaching, with a focus on incorporating evidence-based holistic health practices into the lives of adults and children. Drawing from her real-life experiences as a biracial woman juggling parenting, marriage, and business, Alicia imparts insights on developing healthy habits through her blog, LiftLikeAMother, and her podcast, \"Married to the Start-up.\" She explores ways to reinterpret commonly misunderstood defining words, aiming to reshape both your and your child's mindset to embrace them positively. Alicia resides in McLean, Virginia, with her husband George, their children Ava, Makayla, Maddox, Maverick, and Maya, and their dogs Huck and Olive. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSarah Demonteverde is a Filipino American illustrator and designer living in sunny southern California. Combining her love for the vividness of life and the things that make us unique, she enjoys illustrating scenes of nature, culture, history, and other enjoyable subject matter. She has illustrated several books including My Name Is Cool, You're More Than a Sprout, and A Child's Introduction to Asian American and Pacific Islander History. Sarah is an avid plant collector who enjoys gardening with her family, hiking, dancing, and trying all the diverse food and coffee shops LA has to offer.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 10.8 x 8.8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 30, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55153600495907,"sku":"9781685557997","price":27.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/8279\/8371\/files\/eOwN3ZOuOG9781685557997.webp?v=1779812309","url":"https:\/\/homeschoolbookbarn.com\/products\/these-abcs-belong-to-me-hardcover","provider":"Homeschool Book Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}