I Am Because We Are
  • Published: 17 September 2025
  • ISBN: 9781368099103
  • Imprint: Disney Publishing
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 40
  • RRP: $35.00

I Am Because We Are

A Celebration of Community and Ubuntu

  • Allison Matulli
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Grounded in African Ubuntu philosophy, this lyrical picture book celebrates community and invites readers to lift up our neighbors.

Grounded in African Ubuntu philosophy, this lyrical picture book celebrates community and invites readers to lift up our neighbors.

For fans for ALL THE WORLD and ALL ARE WELCOME comes a new classic that celebrates community.

Your joy is my joy.
My freedom is your freedom. 

Me.
You.
We.
All of us!

That is community.
This is ubuntu.

This rhythmic story follows one child as they dream, perform, and celebrate at the heart of their community.
  • Published: 17 September 2025
  • ISBN: 9781368099103
  • Imprint: Disney Publishing
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 40
  • RRP: $35.00
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Praise for I Am Because We Are

Praise for I Am Because We Are:

"A concept that might seem complex at first glance is rendered accessible for readers young and old, and this title featuring a diverse cast of characters will be a welcome addition to classrooms and libraries alike."
—SLJ