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  • Published: 13 August 2025
  • ISBN: 9780593111451
  • Imprint: Nancy Paulsen Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $36.99

I Got You

  • Derrick Barnes



A touching and joyful celebration of siblinghood, by New York Times bestselling author Derrick Barnes

A touching and joyful celebration of siblinghood, by New York Times bestselling author Derrick Barnes

Rasheed has the best big brother in the world! Anthony has been his hero from day one, making him feel safe during storms and included in all kinds of fun activities. Thanks to Anthony, Rasheed knows all about worms, mud pies, puddles, and how to fly on a swing. And now that Rasheed is getting a little older, Anthony is teaching him how to do big-boy things, like button his own shirt, and ride a bike. And most importantly, that there will be times when Anthony needs his own space and time with his buddies. At first Rasheed feels crushed not to be included full-time with his brother, but fortunately, Anthony reassures him that even when they're not together he still loves Rasheed and nothing will ever change that. And when Momma and Daddy share the big news that soon both of them will be big brothers, Rasheed knows--thanks to Anthony--just what kind of big brother he wants to be.

  • Published: 13 August 2025
  • ISBN: 9780593111451
  • Imprint: Nancy Paulsen Books
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 32
  • RRP: $36.99

Praise for I Got You


PRAISE FOR DERRICK BARNES
   * “Wonderfully elevating and empowering the voices and needs of Black children in particular, this book's message of the importance of genuine nurture and support will ring true for just about any kid.”Booklist STAR for Like Lava in My Veins
     * “A beamingly positive intro to a new experience that gives youngsters a great framing for their best behavior.” —BCCB STAR for The King of Kindergarten
     “Barnes infuses each page with humor and a sense of grace. . . . MJ Malone embodies the can-do spirit every parent hopes to spark in their own children. . . . Just the thing to get uncertain youngsters jazzed for a first day—at school or anywhere.” —Kirkus for The Queen of Kindergarten
     * “A powerful celebration of Black boyhood. . . . The need for a book like this, at a moment like this, could not be greater.” —Booklist STAR for I Am Every Good Thing


PRAISE FOR DERRICK BARNES
   * “Wonderfully elevating and empowering the voices and needs of Black children in particular, this book's message of the importance of genuine nurture and support will ring true for just about any kid.”Booklist STAR for Like Lava in My Veins
     * “A beamingly positive intro to a new experience that gives youngsters a great framing for their best behavior.” —BCCB STAR for The King of Kindergarten
     “Barnes infuses each page with humor and a sense of grace. . . . MJ Malone embodies the can-do spirit every parent hopes to spark in their own children. . . . Just the thing to get uncertain youngsters jazzed for a first day—at school or anywhere.” —Kirkus for The Queen of Kindergarten
     * “A powerful celebration of Black boyhood. . . . The need for a book like this, at a moment like this, could not be greater.” —Booklist STAR for I Am Every Good Thing

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