
That Beautiful Mind
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Some days it feels like my mind doesn't work right. Mom says otherwise. "That beautiful mind is what makes you unique."
This poetry-in-motion, sing-out-loud story follows the journey of one young boy as he navigates the challenges of his constantly running, brilliantly creative, and ever-so-busy brain. From basketball to baking with grandpa, to math class, and high-scoring video game conquests, readers will see that his one-of-a-kind mind is his greatest strength, and though challenges may come, he is all the stronger for it!
From bestselling author, Tami Charles, and her son, Christopher Charles, comes a rhythmic text that will speak to any child -- and every child -- who has needed an extra second or a second chance to harness the power of their own unique gifts and limitless potential. Stunning illustrations by New York Times bestselling artist Nikkolas Smith (I Am Ruby Bridges, Born on the Water) brings to life the joy, frustration, and triumph of navigating the world as a neurodivergent child. That Beautiful Mind celebrates the power and diversity of every child's beautiful mind, and the dynamic and prismatic way so many children think and learn.
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Christopher Charles makes his picture book debut with That Beautiful Mind, a story he co-authored with his mother, Tami Charles, inspired by his own experiences and desire to celebrate the diverse ways we all think and learn. He is a high school honor roll student, a Varsity basketball player, a delicious brownie baker, and a talented writer with a passion for science and storytelling. Chris was the inspiration for Tami Charles' New York Times bestselling picture book, All Because You Matter, brought to life by award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier.
Nikkolas Smith is a native of Houston, Texas, and a Master of Architecture recipient from Hampton University. He is an ARTivist, concept artist, children's book author, film illustrator, and movie poster designer. His books include The Artivist, The Golden Girls of Rio (nominated for an NAACP Image Award) and My Hair Is Poofy and That's Okay, and World Cup Women. He is also the illustrator of the New York Times bestseller The 1619 Project: Born on the Water, I Am Ruby Bridges, Black Panther Wakanda Forever: The Courage to Dream, and That Flag. He lives in Los Angeles, California.