I've been following Imagine Me Stories since long before I became a mum. As an Early Years teacher and a Black woman, I already understood how important it is for children to see themselves reflected in the books they read. I knew that one day, when I had children of my own, I would want them to grow up surrounded by stories that celebrated and represented them.
Fast forward to today, and watching my son receive these books has been so special. The stories are engaging, beautifully illustrated, and filled with Black characters simply being children—exploring, learning, dreaming, and having adventures. That kind of representation is powerful.