I Love My Colorful Nails - Alicia Acosta

A young boy who loves to paint his nails in cheerful colors is made fun of at school. His father and those around him paint their nails in solidarity to stand against Ben's bullies, encouraging him to be himself, despite what others think. Based on true events. Full color. \n \nCoauthors Acosta (Little Captain Jack) and Amavisca (Bang Bang I Hurt the Moon) keep their focus tight, concentrating on Ben's feelings and the way the boys' taunting torments him (He felt even sadder than the day his fish went to fish heaven). Loose-lined drawings with gently tinted wash by Gusti (Mallko and Dad) underscore the intimacy and loyalty of Ben's family. Publishers Weekly\n \nThis is a story inspired by true events.\n \nBen is a little boy, and he likes painting his nails. There's no big reason to it, he just loves all the amazing colors on the tips of his fingers. Until one day, some of his schoolmates start laughing at him because of it. He suddenly feels sad, helpless, and doesn't want to paint his nails anymore. Even when his father starts painting his nails to support Ben, the helplessness doesn't go away.\n \nWhy can't boys paint their nails? A tale to understand that a kid's joy has no boundaries.\n \nA simple story about a small revolution.\n