The Very First Day Ever encourages children to overcome obstacles through discussion as we learn to let go of negative body image and appreciate that true beauty lies inside each of us, not in our outer shells. The book also teaches us to take responsibility for our own happiness as we keep true to ourselves and strive to always shine our brightest. We are all made up of the same precious inner beauty. The book includes nine selected poems which reinforce the story and allow our children to experience an alternative form of self-expression. Our world needs a new generation of thoughtful poets. 32 pages with a sixteen-page story, nine poems, seventeen illustrations, and nine colorful poem titles. Enjoy!