We watched Christian Robinson read this on PBS Kids, and he shared that he created this book because he wants every kid to know they matter, and he did. With scarce yet lyrical text and his signature illustrations, Christian Robinson shows that no matter what, you matter. 

Love this book! I look forward to sharing this book by Christian Robinson.

This provides an important message - the artwork was a little underwhelming, but it was still cute. This is definitely on the simpler side, though.

3.5 stars, it's Christian Robinson; the illustrations are beautiful. What makes this one unique is the inspirational message is for all creatures; human, furry or otherwise. #youmatter

The most beautiful picture book I’ve read in a long time. For readers of all ages.

Featured in a grandma reads session.You Matter is a gem of a book. Each page affirms and reaffirms that all beings, of every type and stripe matters. That is, to be of equal importance as all other beings; to signify, be worthy of consideration, is lovable and respectable. We belong together, accepted wholeheartedly by each other.I love this little gem. Our group did, too.

A splendacious book! The message is that we all matter - no matter who we are. Amazing multicultural illustrations only enhance the simple text with the strong message that everything/one from microbes only seen in a microscope to the elderly man in the park all matter. "Old and young. The first to go and the last.The stuff too small to see.You matter."

This is a book that parents and grandparents will buy because it has a great message for kids, but, alas, it is not one that kids are going to be drawn to on their own. The illustrations are, of course, lovely, but the text gets just a little too message-y.

I am always searching for picture books for my school library and to read aloud for #classroombookday that will show students that they matter. The kinds of books that affirm their existence, validate their beings, and support their lived experiences. Books that remind kids that we believe in them and support them, and that even though they are little, the space they take up is theirs to make a difference with. And to know who they are, what they believe, how they want to be - it all matters.Chr...

When was it decided that most modern picture books will now be inspirational tracts written by Stuart Smalley? Whatever happened to embedding such sentiments in a humorous story about interesting characters?I did get a chuckle out of the unexpected (view spoiler)[asteroid strike of doom.(view spoiler)[ (hide spoiler)] (hide spoiler)]

I met Christian Robinson in 2016 when he toured the U.S. with Matt de la Peña for Last Stop on Market Street, their picture book that had recently won the Newbery Medal. As he autographed my copy of the book, I asked Christian Robinson if he had considered writing as well as illustrating. From a young age, artwork was the way he best connected with story, he told me; writing a book was a definite goal, but he felt he needed to refine his style before becoming a published author. Four years later...

Christian Robinson can do no wrong in my book. He writes and illustrates stunning stories that are affirming and validating, smackdab in the center of kid experiences, with no sentimentality. Essential for classroom, community building, and kid joy.

Christian Robinson continues to amaze with his spirited and bright focus on life and the human connection. We ALL matter! This picture book should be added to everyone's collection -- for young and old alike.

I meant to review this one because it was on my To Read list, but now I cannot remember a thing about it even though I read it just four days ago. Even reading Rod's review didn't really jog my memory. That is not a good sign, but I probably didn't hate it either.

5/22/2021 ~ So many interesting details in this affirmation - YOU, the reader, matter. I'd love to see the text printed on a single page see see how the structure really works. The type of book that will work for all ages.Why I wanted to read this book:https://nerdybookclub.wordpress.com/2...

"For anyone who isn't sure if they matter.You do."You Matter is Christian Robinson's anthem to the world. Small? You matter. Large? You matter. Old? You matter. Young? You matter. Pesky? You matter. Even gassy? You matter.All of us don't always hear this. Christian Robinson reminds us of this truth. Here he is, when I met him at the Texas Library Association Conference: He's just as nice in person as he is on the page.And here he is, reading the book to you. This is a lovely way to see and hear...

Master picture book author and illustrator Robinson returns with a book just right for our pandemic situation. The book moves in a complete circle, beginning and ending with the same phrases. It starts with the importance of things that are too small to see with the naked eye. The book expresses that you matter whether you are first or last, go with the flow or go your own way. You matter if you fall down, if others are too busy to help, or even if you have to start all over again. You matter if...

Delightfully simple and empathetic in its heartfelt affirmations.

Christian Robinson's illustrations are really so special. He did a series of videos during the pandemic called Making Space and they are so incredibly good!!! I want to watch him make art all day! This book is a beautiful and thoughtful picture book to help kids realize that they matter—to you, to the world—no matter how big or small, fast or slow they are. It's sweet but also a little silly! I laughed when I got to the page about the sun being a little gassy, but that's truly my favorite kind o...

The art is bright and attractive, except that here we go again with the uniform people-all round heads and little dots for eyes. Actually, even the animals all look alike--the cats are a good example of that.And I reached my tipping point for these trite, feel good message books months if not years ago. They are not aimed at kids but at their grownups. Can't we just have some STORIES again?