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Ben Okon is the best-selling author of Dinos Love Donuts and the Younger Me Academy series. Look for him and his two boys in the children’s section of libraries in cities like Boston, MA, New York, NY, and Birmingham, AL. No amount of camouflage can hide the mayhem they bring with them.
Laura Miller is a multi-award-winning middle school teacher specializing in middle school language arts–and she was Ben’s former teacher! When not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her family and stretching her search-and-find muscles in pursuit of her two rag doll cats (a skill that proved valuable in developing King Chameleon!).
King Chameleon was one result of a 6th grade innovation lab that Okon and Miller created together, based on the concepts in the Younger Me Academy series. The project mirrored a real innovation lab to create, test, and refine ideas in service of a single goal: "to create the best children's book in the world." Each student learned to embrace being wrong, create and evaluate strong ideas, rapidly iterate without the weight of "being perfect," pivot failures into successes, and balance individual and teamwork...and ultimately create an incredible story.
King Chameleon was inspired by one of the finalist ideas, and brought to life with help from Mrs. Miller and her students.
Reviewed by Carol Thompson for Readers' Favorite
I Am King Chameleon! I Demand to be Seen! by Ben Okon is a vibrant and engaging seek-and-find children’s book that captures the imagination with its colorful narrative and illustrations. The story revolves around King Chameleon, a charismatic character who seeks attention and recognition in his world. His journey is both a visual delight and an emotional adventure that conveys valuable life lessons about self-acceptance and the importance of being seen for who you truly are. Through this narrative, Okon cleverly introduces children to individuality and self-worth. The story is carefully crafted, ensuring the message is accessible to young readers. The rhythmic flow of the text and its playful tone make it an enjoyable read for both children and adults. The book encourages children to embrace their unique qualities and to be confident in expressing themselves.
Illustrator Sourav Majumder brings King Chameleon to life with vivid, whimsical, and expressive illustrations. The use of bright colors and dynamic compositions enhances the themes, making each page a discovery of new details to explore. The illustrations complement and expand the text, adding layers of meaning and engagement through visual storytelling. I Am King Chameleon! I Demand to be Seen! excels in its educational value. It introduces children to the nuances of emotions and social interactions, making it useful for parents and educators to discuss themes of empathy, friendship, and confidence. Moreover, the book's design is child-friendly, with large print and easily digestible chunks of text, making it suitable for early readers. Ben Okon's book is a delightful read that promises to be a favorite on many children's bookshelves, inspiring them to shine brightly in their unique ways.
