Brad Montague is a New York Times best-selling author and illustrator of books for kids and former kids. He is creator of the hit web series Kid President, the global movement Socktober, and Booked, a program bringing classrooms around the world together through literacy and creative writing. His commitment to childlike wonder and joyful rebellion has led to collaborations with The Disney Channel, Jim Henson Company, Magnolia Network, Hallmark, Rivian, Pokemon, and the United Nations. He lives in Tennessee with his wife and collaborator, Kristi Montague, and their two children.

Kristi Montague is a New York Times best-selling illustrator of picture books and mixed-media artist. From corporate graphic design work to elaborate cardboard props for Kid President, she has a wide range of experience adding color to the world. She enjoys making things by hand, often combining digital elements with the handmade–resulting in unique creations for local theater productions, large brands, or just for fun. Her skills are regularly used in the service of local non-profits that benefit children. She lives in Tennessee with her husband and collaborator, Brad Montague, and their two children.

A conversation starter: Brad effortlessly and accessibly captures how kids develop their sense of community, and this book is the perfect way to encourage kindness and inclusivity.

Classroom appeal: Educators can (and should!) utilize this book to create a circle-drawing activity with much wider possibilities than the more limited family tree.

A Modern-Day Mr. Rogers: Brad Montague is already a well-known creator with an established audience with his popular web series Kid President and now Kid Congress. He is known for his willingness to listen to kids, and also for his messages of kindness and community.

Totally giftable: This book would make an ideal new-baby, first-day-of-school, or graduation gift, or any milestone at which someone's world is expanding.