'I am brown.
I am beautiful
I am perfect’
I am Brown is an inviting and poetic picture book that celebrates pride, culture and diversity.
The colour palette is rich and warm, highlighting the children and their beautiful brown skin tones, hair types and eye colours.
Hear from kids all over the world about what they like to eat and what they wear. Learn about the languages they speak and the places they go to pray.
See their hopes for the future, their passions and gifts, and that no two children are exactly the same.
Sandhya Prabhat’s illustrations brim with joy, movement and cultural details, and perfectly bring to life Ashok Banker’s thoughtful text.
Readers will discover new details every time they open this book, including in the endpapers which display a vibrant neighbourhood full of connection and community.
I am Brown could be used in a classroom or library setting to explore intercultural understanding and respect. It could also spark many ideas for both creative writing and art responses.
Most importantly, this is a book for children to see themselves and their friends in.
Title: I am Brown
Author: Ashok Banker
Illustrator: Sandhya Prabhat
Publisher: Lantana, $24.99
Publication Date: April 28 2026
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781911373940
For ages: 4-8
Type: Picture Book