We Are The Future: Proud, Kind, United
A Children's Book About Kindness, Inclusion, and Belonging at School
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Pub Date 6 Jan 2026 | Archive Date 8 Mar 2026
Purple Diamond Press Inc | Purple Diamond Press
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Description
If you are looking for a meaningful, discussion-driven book that builds school culture and reinforces positive values, this is it.
Because when children learn to be proud of who they are, kind to others, and united as a community...they don't just grow.
They lead.
We Are The Future: Proud, Kind, United is a powerful, inclusive children's book designed to support social-emotional learning (SEL), character education, and positive school culture.
Perfect for Kindergarten through 3rd grade, this engaging classroom read-aloud helps children understand:
Kindness and empathy
Inclusion and belonging
Responsibility and teamwork
Growth mindset and perseverance
Respect for differences
Through vibrant illustrations and clear, age-appropriate language, students explore what it means to be proud of who they are while building a united school community. Reflection questions throughout the story make this an ideal SEL discussion book for teachers, school counselors, and parents.
This book is especially valuable for:
Back-to-school season
Anti-bullying lessons
Morning meetings
PBIS programs
Diversity and inclusion curriculum
School library collections
Classroom community building
Educators are calling it an essential discussion starter for helping children work hard, be kind, and support one another.
If you are searching for:
We Are The Future belongs in your classroom and school library.
5-Star Readers' Favorite Review: "A truly revolutionary children's book... should be included in home and school libraries everywhere." - Anne-Marie Reynolds,
We Are The Future teaches children the life lessons that will shape who they become. As they learn to be proud of their schools, value their teachers, and treat others with kindness, they're building the foundation for a more inclusive world.
Written by award-winning, disabled author C.M. Harris, this book is rooted in authentic experiences and a deep commitment to representation, belonging, and empowerment. It gives children language for kindness, pride in their community, and confidence in who they are.
The children in this book are the future. Recommended for ages 6-8. Ideal for read-alouds, classroom discussions, and family reading time.
A Note From the Publisher
Deni Nuhoho (Illustrator)
Advance Praise
“This is an enjoyable story with an important message, and it should be included in home and school libraries everywhere.”
— Readers' Favorite, 5-Star Review
“A truly revolutionary children's book... teaching children to be proud of their schools, value their teachers, and learn kindness, inclusion, and belonging.”
— Readers' Favorite
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781639189427 |
| PRICE | $13.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 32 |
Available on NetGalley
Average rating from 43 members
Featured Reviews
Reviewer 1791734
Must read for all schools! The disability inclusion is needed, many books do not account for accessibility and this story exemplifies how inclusion matters. The kindness glistens through the colorful and bright illustrations. If we saw this in a bookstore we would surely bring it home.
A bonus that the author herself is disabled and I just love that you can customize the book for your school. So rare to find a gem of a book. I will be ordering and gifting to my teacher friends.
Kindness and disability inclusion is a MUST and this book is a MUST. Bravo! A book for ALL children and families. Every elementary teacher needs a copy for their classroom.
Reviewer 1040094
Cute story that is perfect for a school setting. The messaging is clear and promotes kindness, inclusivity, and belonging. The illustrations are bright, colorful and align with the messaging of the story perfectly.
Thank you to NetGalley and Purple Diamond Press for the advance copy!
theresa h, Educator
We Are The Future: Proud, Kind, United
C.M. Harris
This is a good discussion book for social emotional learning. Its inclusive nature is a good topic for Black history month. It is how we come together to learn and understand the world in schools that can change us for the better.
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