I Am Able to Shine
I Am Able to Shine is an illustrated children’s story about Keiko, a girl who sometimes feels invisible but grows more confident, shares more of herself and helps others. Inspired in part by Korey Watari’s experiences growing up Asian American, it explores identity, belonging and finding your voice.
At a glance
- Keiko’s story centres on embracing identity, building confidence and speaking up.
- The book presents positive self-talk through affirmations about beauty, belonging and making a difference.
- Illustrated by Mike Wu, identified in the listing as a Pixar artist and creator of the Ellie series.
Reference price: $32.99
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A specific story about a child navigating feeling overlooked and learning to lead and encourage others.
- Its themes of belonging and self-worth suit shared reading and conversations about identity.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Two Lions |
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| Publication date | 1 May 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 40 pages |
| Reading age | 3 - 7 years |
| Grade level | Preschool - 2 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1542031530 |
| Dimensions | 22.86 x 2.54 x 27.94 cm |
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| Weight listed | 1.05 kg |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for an illustrated story about identity, self-confidence and belonging.
- Readers seeking a picture book with positive self-talk and an Asian American perspective.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as inspiring and touching, with positive mentions of its story, illustrations, writing and themes. That reception may appeal to buyers seeking a warm shared-reading story about self-talk and belonging, though ratings reflect varied individual experiences and do not establish how every child will respond.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the story as touching and the illustrations as appealing.
- Feedback highlights the positive self-talk, writing and themes.
Frequently asked questions
What is I Am Able to Shine about?
It follows Keiko as she works through feeling invisible, grows in confidence, shares more of herself and helps lift up others.
What age group is the book listed for?
The listing gives a reading age of 3 - 7 years and a grade level of Preschool - 2.
Who wrote and illustrated the book?
The description identifies Korey Watari as the debut author and says her husband, Mike Wu, illustrated the book.
