award-winning actress and mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson recently debuted her first picture book, You Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!), which is a heartfelt story aimed at helping children navigate anxieties about friendship and self-acceptance. With a personal passion for mental health, she now hopes to impact young readers.
“Mental health struggles can start even in childhood and often times it begins with being bullied,” says Taraji. “This book isn’t just about bullying though—it’s about how children all have something different about them, and being different is what makes them oh so very special. ‘You Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!)’ is for the kids who feel different. This book is for the parents who want their kids to accept differences. And this book is for the kids and families who’ve encountered hard times because of differences. I can’t wait to see the many conversations my book starts in homes and classrooms everywhere!”
Taraji’s book is a valuable resource for teaching children about empathy, resilience, and the importance of being true to oneself—core values that resonate deeply with her ongoing mental health advocacy work. Given her incredible platform and the relevance of these themes, this could be a great addition to your coverage, especially as the start of a new school year is upon us.
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