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This book features Parr's signature funny humans and animals in bright colors sporting wild hairdos and amusing clothes. The refrain "JUST BE WHO YOU ARE!" is shouted out after exhortatory phrases such as "Be silly. / Be brave. / Dance! / Learn! Play! Discover! Read!" and "Be the best that you can be!" For encouraging young kids to be themselves, Parr can't be beat.