Everyone is different, and it can be hard to understand or accept those differences sometimes without being taught early that differences are what makes us special. The reaction to a child’s differences can break them down or build them up with proper conversation. I Am King Malik! is an inspirational story of empowerment and self-acceptance. Malik, a shy, fun-loving little brown boy is concerned about how he looks, and how people tease him. Follow Malik’s story as he learns that being different makes us special and he discovers why he should be confident, love himself, and embrace his differences.