Resources

Book List

  1. Super Spots by Nakeyia Jones (Age 2-5)

    Nia teaches her classmates about her skin condition, vitiligo. Hear it read on YouTube here.

  2. The Day You Begin By Jacqueline Woodson, Illustrated by Rafael López (Age 3-8)

    A book about feeling different and connecting with others despite this.

  3. Lucy’s Umbrella by Sara Madden (Age 3-8)

    Lucy has vitiligo and finds beauty in nature and herself.

  4. One of a Kind By Chris Gorman (Age 3-8)

    A book about a kid who loves punk rock and being unique.

  5. I am Not a Fox by Karina Wolf, Illustrated by Chuck Groenink (Age 3-8)

    A book about Luca, who looks like a fox but acts like a dog, and finding where he belongs.

  6. Sunflower Sisters by Monika Singh Gangotra, Illustrated by Michaela Dias-Hayes (Age 4-10)

    A book about celebrating all skin shades, and finding confidence and joy in your skin.

  7. The Skin You Live In by Michael Tyler, Illustrated by David Lee Csicsko (Age 4-10)

    A book about social acceptance, friendship, confidence, and diversity.

  8. Skin Deep: A Child’s Story by Phyllis A. Russell-Gilmer (Age 3-8)

    A book that explores the emotions of a child who has vitiligo.

  9. Vitiligo Doesn’t Scare Me by Kim Kirkland (Age 2-12)

    A book that teaches kids that vitiligo is nothing to fear!

  10. Amiri’s Birthday Wish by Florenza Denise Lee (Age 5-12)

    For Amiri’s birthday, her family plays a Guessing Game!

  11. The Itchy-saurus: The Dino with an Itch That Can't be Scratched by Rosie Wellesley (Age 6-12)

    Itchy the dinosaur has itchy skin and sees Doc Bill to get some soothing cream.

  12. Year of Yes: How To Dance It Out, Stand in the Sun, and Be Your Own Person by Shonda Rhimes (Teen-Adult)

    A book from the creator of Grey’s Anatomy and Scandal about saying “yes” to things that scare you.

  13. The Self-Love Experiment by Shannon Kaiser (Teen-Adult)

    A book about reaching your goals by first loving yourself.

Movie List

  1. Inside Out, 2015

    A fun movie about the emotions of an eleven-year-old who is adjusting to a big move.

  2. Ratatouille, 2007

    A movie about a rat with a dream to be a culinary chef.

  3. Soul, 2020

    A movie about a middle school band teacher who learns about the meaning of life and passion.

Hotlines

  1. SafeLink: 1-877-785-2020

    Domestic violence hotline

  2. Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988

  3. The Trevor Project: Call 1-866-488-7386 or Text ‘START’ to 678-678

    LGBTQ+ organization

  4. Childhelp: 1.800.4ACHILD or 1-800-422-4453

    National Child Abuse Hotline

  5. Loveisrespect.org: Call 1-866-331-9474, 800-787-3224 (Teletypewriter number), or Text ‘LOVEIS’ to 22522

    Support for teens and young adults with questions or concerns about dating and relationships.

Videos

When ultraviolet sunlight hits our skin, it affects each of us differently. Tune in below to learn more about the science behind skin.