This is a story to not only explain what Vitiligo is but also help kids feel better in their own skin. Awais is going to a new day at a new school and is very worried that people will make fun of his white patches of skin. However, a friend recognizes that differences are great and helps Awais gain confidence in himself. This book is a little overly long and while not preachy it definitely is a topic book. It’s a good book and I think kids would like it however, I’m not sure they pick it up without a specific reason to do so.

The Adventures of The Vitiligo Man is not only an excellent book for introducing children who are not familiar with vitiligo to the subject, it's also absolutely lovely representation for kids who have vitiligo or know someone who does. It provides clear explanations and it's emotionally comforting. The art (by yuyuartt) is really cute and brings the story and the character of Awais to life. I really love picture books where children find their real life "superpowers" and this story has Awais creating a superhero story out of himself because of his differences and his kindness. It's a really lovely, touching, and empowering story. It's very cute and I'd highly recommend it!

I wanted to start this review with reasons the world needs a book about vitiligo, but The Adventures of the Vitiligo Man answers it all. This book is more than a teaching tool. It is more, even, than a book to encourage kids with vitiligo.

Vitiligo Man shares the internal world of a child with vitiligo, as much as the external. Here is Awais, who has a legitimate concern: that he will be “othered” by his peers. His parent hears and reassures him, but does not deny his emotions.

The magic is in the realism. The school kids aren’t miraculously unmoved by his difference, but they are receptive to Awais’ response to their questions. The illustrations are flush with diverse characters - the schoolyard has children of all races, and a child who uses a wheelchair.

When Awais must dress up for World Book Day, he searches for a character he can identify with - and finds none. So he writes his own book, and creates that character. Everyone wants to read about a character like themselves, sometimes, and THAT is why We Need Diverse Books.

I want more of these books!

This is the story of Awais who has Vitilgo which is a skin condition that causes white patches on the skin. I really like this book and how it deals with Awais and his fear of starting in a new school. It is handled with bravery and compassion. His new friend Lola is very supportive. This book deals very well with children who are different if it be Vitilgo or freckles. I highly recommend it.

This book is wonderful! It talks about accepting one's self and self-confidence, and how these two things may eventually lead to leadership. I loved the ending.

This book moved me a lot because two people I love very much have this condition. I imagine how their life and insecurities would have been different if adults had been better involved in their condition and this type of tool, provide them with security and open a path of empathy with other children. This book, in addition to having beautiful illustrations, has a beautiful message about physical differences, respect, and the value of a person who goes beyond the outside. Talk about the fears of a child looking different and the fears of those around him. I consider it extremely important that as fathers, mothers, and educators we have materials available in this way so as not to remain silent about these issues or assume that all children will take them the same way. The work of educating children in love and respect can be taught in a nice and warm way from a young age. I really liked that the author of this book knows what it feels like because he himself has this condition. Perhaps it is time to start your collection of books on lurid and little-treated topics to achieve a better understanding and welcome everyone in a playgroup, coexistence, or classroom, the same in churches, of course in the conversation the factor that it was created for a purpose and by whom, etc.

Este libro me conmovió mucho pues dos personas que amo mucho tienen esta condición. Imagino cómo hubiera sido diferente su vida e inseguridades si adultos se hubieran involucrado mejor en su condición y con este tipo de herramientas brindarles seguridad y abrirles un camino de empatía con otros niños. Este libro, además de tener hermosas ilustraciones tiene un mensaje bello sobre las diferencias físicas, el respeto y lo valioso de una persona que va más allá del exterior. Habla sobre los temores de un niño que luce diferente y de los temores de quienes lo rodean. Considero de suma importancia que como padres, madres, educadores tengamos materiales disponibles así para no callar sobre estos temas o suponer que todos los niños lo tomarán igual. La labor de educar a los niños en amor y respeto puede ser enseñada de una manera linda y cálida desde pequeños. Me gustó mucho que el autor de este libro sabe lo que se siente pues él mismo tiene esta condición. Quizá sea momento de comenzar tu colección de libros sobre temas escabrosos y poco tratados para lograr un mejor entendimiento y acoger a todos en un grupo de juego, convivencia o salón de clases, lo mismo en las iglesias, por supuesto en la plática deberá agregarse el factor de que fue creado con un propósito y por quién, etc.

I read Vitiligo Man as an ebook, but it’s a good companion book for the one above. It’s written by a man from London involved in a group called Changing Faces, an organization that helps support people with a visible difference on their faces. It’s based on his own story and in the book, the little boy prepares for a costume day at school related to a book character. When he can’t find a book about vitiligo, he writes his own superhero book about how he uses his powers from his “patches” to help stand up for others and to help them love themselves inside and out.

This book speaks to the importance of being able to find yourself in a book and how representation matters.

“I love who I am inside and out.” Words we should all live by.

This was a fantastic story about self confidence and acceptance and beautiful illustrations to boot. I love the way the author tackles how sometimes innocent well meaning questions can impact those we are asking. Very informative and easy for small children to understand. An important book for every child to have on their bookshelf.

This is a great book for children who think they look different. This book will boost the children's self confidence. Children should explain their conditions to other children so they understand better. everyone is the same inside and outside. Just because your different doesn't mean you are not nice or scary or whatever. This book is a must read to help understand who you are.

I received a free copy of the book and is voluntarily writing a review