About This Book
In his debut picture book, Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey offers a thoughtful and humorous exploration of life's inherent contradictions. Through simple, poetic statements, the book helps children aged 3-7 understand that complex feelings, like being both worried and excited, or hurt and forgiving, are normal and make us unique. It encourages self-acceptance and celebrates the endless possibilities within each individual, making it a wonderful tool for parents to open conversations about emotions and identity.
The debut picture book by Academy Award-winning actor and #1 New York Times bestselling author Matthew McConaughey Just because I’m in the race, doesn’t mean I’m fully ready. Just because I’m shaking, doesn’t mean that I’m not steady. Have you ever felt worried and excited at the same time? Have you ever had your feelings hurt but forgiven someone anyway? Have you ever thought there was more than one right answer to a question? That’s because contradictions are all around us. And they make us who we are. Filled with his trademark humor and wisdom, Academy Award–winning actor and #1 New York Times bestselling author Matthew McConaughey has crafted a soulful and irreverent collection of life lessons that empowers readers, big and small, to celebrate how we are all full of possibility. Why? Just because.
Discussion Prompts
1
Can you think of a time you felt two different feelings at once, like happy and a little bit sad?
2
What does it mean to be 'shaking, but not steady'? How can you be both?
3
The book says 'Just because I'm in the race, doesn't mean I'm fully ready.' What does that mean to you?
4
What is something unique about you that you love 'just because'?
5
Why do you think it's important to accept all parts of ourselves, even the contradictory ones?
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NYT Bestseller
Children’s Picture Books (19 weeks on list)
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