You're Here for a Reason — Content Guide for Parents

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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Now available in board book, You're Here for a Reason, from national-bestselling and beloved author Nancy Tillman, takes a universal truth and makes it accessible for readers young and old.
Not only are we loved, but we also matter. In this tender and timeless read-along book, Tillman reminds us of this message in beautiful illustrations as children and animals interact with acts of kindness.
You're here for a reason. If you think you're not
I would just say that perhaps you forgot . . .
a piece of the world that is precious and dear would surely be missing if you weren't here.
If not for your smile and your laugh and your heart
this place we call home would be minus a part.
Thank goodness you're here!
Thank goodness times two!
I just can't imagine a world without you.
Frequently asked questions
Is You're Here for a Reason appropriate for a 7-year-old?
There is no violence in the book. The narrative focuses on the importance of every individual and how they fit into the world, without any depiction of physical conflict or harm. There is no scary content in the book. The story is uplifting and reassuring, designed to convey a positive message about individual importance.
Does You're Here for a Reason have violence?
There is no violence in the book. The narrative focuses on the importance of every individual and how they fit into the world, without any depiction of physical conflict or harm.
Does You're Here for a Reason have scary content?
There is no scary content in the book. The story is uplifting and reassuring, designed to convey a positive message about individual importance.
Does You're Here for a Reason have religious themes?
No religious content is present in the book. While some sources mention the book in relation to Christian themes, these references do not indicate that the book itself contains religious practices or beliefs.
Does You're Here for a Reason have racial/cultural content?
While the illustrations feature children of various races and cultures, race is not a central theme or plot element in the book. The narrative focuses on universal messages of self-worth and belonging.
Does You're Here for a Reason have profanity?
There is no profanity in the book. The language used is appropriate for its intended audience of young children.
Does You're Here for a Reason have climate change?
There are no climate themes present in the book. The narrative focuses on personal significance rather than environmental issues.
Does You're Here for a Reason have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in the book. The narrative is aimed at children and emphasizes self-worth and the significance of each person.
Does You're Here for a Reason have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It emphasizes the importance of every individual without specific reference to gender expectations.
Does You're Here for a Reason have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book 'You're Here for a Reason'. The search results do not provide any relevant content related to LGBTQ+ themes within the book itself.
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