"Author Alicia McKenzie delivers a powerful guide that perfectly describes the wonderful spectrum of feelings and personas of children that are familiar, charming, and sometimes concerning. These ABCs Belong to Me! is bursting with high energy, positivity, and understanding"

– Nanny Miss Monique, Childcare Industry Influencer and Early Literacy Advocate

“Trust me when I say that this is no ordinary picture book! Alicia McKenzie has found a joyful, unforgettable way to empower children (of all ages) to take the words used to define them, and turn them into superpowers! This is the book we have needed for years, and it is already helping me improve the way I speak to my own children. I ADORE this book!”

– Stephanie Hockersmith, creator of Pie Lady Books on Instagram

"A fun reappropriation of vocabulary that is used to limit children, the rhyming picture book These ABCs Belong to Me! demonstrates what kind, inclusive language looks like."

– Foreword Clarion Reviews

"These ABCs Belong to Me! takes everyday words kids are often labeled with, like “bossy,” “picky,” or “lazy,” and turns them into something powerful and positive. With each letter, this empowering book helps kids rethink how they see themselves and others. A must-have for building positive self-talk and nurturing emotional growth."

– Fran Hauser, bestselling author, women’s advocate, and bookstore owner

"Drawing on her 18 years of wrangling five wildly different personalities combined with her own journey as a biracial kid with boundless energy, McKenzie flips the script on 26 common labels, helping kids own their quirks and build confidence that lasts."

– Charelston Grift