"You Matter" perfectly describes the uniqueness of every child, and all the wonderful ways we can express ourselves. Parents, your children will feel loved and appreciated as you spend time reading to them about the adventures of Tony Baloo, an overstuffed bear, who wants all people to know - "You Matter". Tony Baloo found himself on a shelf in a secondhand store, watching life pass him by. Author, Nora Almazan, brought him home to live with her. His story unfolds as he shares his adventures with children, always encouraging a love of self and others. We all have a space on planet earth - what we do with that space is the most important aspect of our lives. Tony Baloo helps children to see how different we all are and how similar we are as well. Being different is as wonderful as being similar. How we find our similarities and rejoice in our differences is the message Tony Baloo wants to share. The beautiful illustrations help tell the stories of this fun loving bear who will quickly become your child's best friend. Illustrator, Jason Fowler, displays the uniqueness of each one of us. Together, Nora, Jason, and Tony spread an important message about who we are as individuals and friends. Your child will grow to love Tony and learn to understand the importance of being exactly who he/she was created to be. This is a book your child will want to read over and over again.