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Me With You
We're a pair beyond compare,
a rare and special two,
in all the ways that I am me
and you're completely you.
From tea time to game time, singing or swinging, in the good times and even the grumpy ones, a granddaughter knows her grandpa is always wonderfully himself, and she is wonderfully herself, and together they are unbeatable! A pair beyond compare, a rare and special two! With simple rhymes and delightfully charming illustrations, Me with You is the perfect book to remind young readers how unique they and their grandparents truly are.
a rare and special two,
in all the ways that I am me
and you're completely you.
From tea time to game time, singing or swinging, in the good times and even the grumpy ones, a granddaughter knows her grandpa is always wonderfully himself, and she is wonderfully herself, and together they are unbeatable! A pair beyond compare, a rare and special two! With simple rhymes and delightfully charming illustrations, Me with You is the perfect book to remind young readers how unique they and their grandparents truly are.
32 pages, Hardcover
First published May 14, 2009
About the author
Kristy Dempsey
11 books28 followersDirector of Creative Content
Children's Author:
ME WITH YOU (Philomel)
MINI RACER (Bloomsbury)
SURFER CHICK (Abrams)
A DANCE LIKE STARLIGHT (Philomel)
SUPERHERO INSTRUCTION MANUAL (Knopf)
TEN LITTLE FINGERS, TWO SMALL HANDS (Little Bee)
A HOP IS UP (Bloomsbury)
TEN LITTLE TOES, TWO SMALL FEET (Little Bee)
PAPA PUT A MAN ON THE MOON (Dial, 2019)
Children's Author:
ME WITH YOU (Philomel)
MINI RACER (Bloomsbury)
SURFER CHICK (Abrams)
A DANCE LIKE STARLIGHT (Philomel)
SUPERHERO INSTRUCTION MANUAL (Knopf)
TEN LITTLE FINGERS, TWO SMALL HANDS (Little Bee)
A HOP IS UP (Bloomsbury)
TEN LITTLE TOES, TWO SMALL FEET (Little Bee)
PAPA PUT A MAN ON THE MOON (Dial, 2019)
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June 12, 2019
I pretty much love everything about this book. I love the rhyming poetry. I love the illustrations. I adore the message.
I picked this up because I thought it might be an appropriate book to read for Father's Day. The students and I were not sure if the You in this book is a father or grandfather.
I picked this up because I thought it might be an appropriate book to read for Father's Day. The students and I were not sure if the You in this book is a father or grandfather.
April 17, 2009
This book is a celebration of the relationship between grandfathers and their granddaughters, but it also celebrates their differences. Christopher Denise's illustrations of Grandpa Bear and his little sidekick are sweet and expressive, and Kristy Dempsey's simple rhymes illuminate the special bond between the two.
February 22, 2016
Me with You is one of my favorite loving stories for children. A story which creates a safe place for someone to be themselves. The repetitiveness of the rhymes give the reader a knowing that they are safe.
Illustrations in the book are thoughtful and purposeful. They grow the story and show the emotions which are being portrayed. The love and kindness throughout the story is impeccable.
Illustrations in the book are thoughtful and purposeful. They grow the story and show the emotions which are being portrayed. The love and kindness throughout the story is impeccable.
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May 3, 2019The most heartwarming book yet. I really connected to this book because of the relationship I have with my grandparents. It is the perfect book to remind my students how they are unique and loved by their family and myself. This book shares simple rhymes that can help when reading to young children or even be used in a rhyming or poetry unit. I loved that the characters were bears, it just added to the cuteness of the story.
June 10, 2023
This is such a sweet and thoughtful look at what it means to be together (in this case a granddaughter and her grandpa), and how that intersects with identity. What it means to love each other and still be fully unique and ourselves, but TOGETHER, and what that together adds to each identity. But, like, presented in a story for children. So lovely.
May 24, 2018
This book is one of my favorite children's books I have read. I had not heard of this prior to May of 2018 but it is a very sweet book. It shows a love between a father and son, they are bears, and how dad will always be protective of little bear.
March 19, 2019
Lovely book that’s been on the shelf for a while but which Au only started picking up recently. Love the rhymes and beautiful illustrations of a baby and (grand?)papa bear spending time together and being themselves, both together and apart.
July 18, 2023
What a magical book, exquisite artwork from Christopher Denise and the rhyming couplet story is perfectly put together, just beautiful! A celebration of the self, of individuality in parallel to the power of togetherness, of acceptance and love. A real gem!
October 15, 2023
I absolutely love this picture book. The illustrations are lovely, and the storyline is just beautifully touching. The bond between a child and an important adult in their life is always important and this book brought up some wonderful memories.
August 25, 2017
Great rhythm. Super sweet. Love that it's about a dad and his little one.
November 13, 2018
lily fall reading 2018, board book, family, love, parents, grandparents,
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April 20, 2019
This is a great book to have in the classroom. Most students could relate!
June 24, 2019
An adorable book that would make a wonderful birthday or shower gift!
February 13, 2023
A very sweet book with great art.
December 30, 2020
This book always makes me tear up.
September 23, 2009
I have been remiss in not reviewing this lovely picture book. Kristy Dempsey, who is a LiveJournal friend of mine, first wrote this poem for her husband; now, it is a beautiful picture book featuring a little girl and her grandfather. As you may have guessed from the cover art, the people aren't people, they're bears.
While the book is entitled Me With You, much of the poem is a celebration of the way the people – er, bears – interact with one another. It begins this way:
But most of the rest of the poem is in an "I'm me when I do this, while you do that" format. It's kind of a celebration of how sometimes a good relationship enhances the good points about the individuals involved. Perhaps my favorite is:
The poem is written in rhyme in a form known as a fourteeners (rhymed couplets in which each line has fourteen syllables – usually 7 iambic feet, with the odd exception here and there of a line with only 13 syllables because it began with a single accented syllable in lieu of an iambic foot), which gives it a lovely, rolling feel. Because fourteeners tend to lend themselves to long lines, they are often (as here) split into two lines, alternating four and three iambic feet (8 and 6 syllables each).
Kristy's lovely words are accompanied by marvelous illustrations by Christopher Denise. You can find out more about him and his work in a marvelous interview over at Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast.
While the book is entitled Me With You, much of the poem is a celebration of the way the people – er, bears – interact with one another. It begins this way:
We're a pair beyond compare,
a rare and special two,
in all the ways that I am me
and you're completely you.
But most of the rest of the poem is in an "I'm me when I do this, while you do that" format. It's kind of a celebration of how sometimes a good relationship enhances the good points about the individuals involved. Perhaps my favorite is:
I'm me on an adventure,
digging treasure from the sand,
and when the path is rocky,
you are there to hold my hand.
The poem is written in rhyme in a form known as a fourteeners (rhymed couplets in which each line has fourteen syllables – usually 7 iambic feet, with the odd exception here and there of a line with only 13 syllables because it began with a single accented syllable in lieu of an iambic foot), which gives it a lovely, rolling feel. Because fourteeners tend to lend themselves to long lines, they are often (as here) split into two lines, alternating four and three iambic feet (8 and 6 syllables each).
Kristy's lovely words are accompanied by marvelous illustrations by Christopher Denise. You can find out more about him and his work in a marvelous interview over at Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast.
February 18, 2017
Loved this book! Was such a great read, and the rhymes were cute!
March 15, 2013
Oh, how sweet.
Little bear is growing up with the guidance of her grandfather.
Told in rhyme, little bear learns that she is she and he is he and together they are a pair.
“We’re a pair beyond compare, a rare and special two, in all the ways that I am me and you’re completely you.“
Beautiful days, grumpy days, or those days in-between, your special someone is there to guide you and to make you feel as important as they are to you.
If only every child could be as fortunate to have a loving grandparent in their lives, what a special pair they would be.
“And though I’ll find new ways of being me my whole life through, my favorite me will always be when I am me with you”.
This is a perfect gift for your child to give to their special grandparent.
Little bear is growing up with the guidance of her grandfather.
Told in rhyme, little bear learns that she is she and he is he and together they are a pair.
“We’re a pair beyond compare, a rare and special two, in all the ways that I am me and you’re completely you.“
Beautiful days, grumpy days, or those days in-between, your special someone is there to guide you and to make you feel as important as they are to you.
If only every child could be as fortunate to have a loving grandparent in their lives, what a special pair they would be.
“And though I’ll find new ways of being me my whole life through, my favorite me will always be when I am me with you”.
This is a perfect gift for your child to give to their special grandparent.
October 6, 2011
An absolutely beautiful book. Comparable to "When I am Old With You" by Angela Johnson, this story of a granddaughter's love for her grandfather is written in sweet rhyme. The story flips from the "When I am Me",..where the little girl talks about visiting camp or swinging, to the "When you are you", where she talks about her grandfather staying home to be who he has to be when he is alone.
The illustrations are sweet and soft, with touching expressions on the faces of the characters. There is a gentle give and take between the strengths of old and young that even the youngest reader(listener)can understand.
The illustrations are sweet and soft, with touching expressions on the faces of the characters. There is a gentle give and take between the strengths of old and young that even the youngest reader(listener)can understand.
November 21, 2011
Sweet book that can help children who are experiencing separation anxiety during school. Activities to include would be to have students write a family tree on a piece of construction paper and detail a memory with each leaf. Students could also write a sentence on what makes that person special to them. Students could also write a letter to that special family member and let them know why they think they are so special to them. Would be interesting to do this with 2 members of their family and have one sent via email and the othedr using traditional mail. This would expose children to both means of communicating.
February 18, 2016
This book is so good that I chose to use it for a presentation I have for one of my college classes. I love the illustration in this book. It is so sweet and would be a great story to read to your child to strengthen the bond you have with them. There is good vocabulary in this book. It is great for social-emotional topics because it talks about how not matter what, the baby bear always has the papa bear for support and comfort and they always have fun together. The book outlines a range of emotions as well and discusses how the baby and papa bear deal with those emotions.
July 3, 2010
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Kay's Rating: 5 Stars
What a special book that exemplifies the love between a granddaughter and her grandfather. Their moments are special if it's at a tea time, a baseball game, or even when your ill. Each has their own special time, but nothing can compare when they are together. Christopher Denise's illustrations help to bring each setting alive.
Kay's Rating: 5 Stars
What a special book that exemplifies the love between a granddaughter and her grandfather. Their moments are special if it's at a tea time, a baseball game, or even when your ill. Each has their own special time, but nothing can compare when they are together. Christopher Denise's illustrations help to bring each setting alive.
February 2, 2011
This book makes you feel like you can always have that special someone who will always be there for you no matter what. This story is about a little girl who has a father figure who dearly loves and cares about her. She is most happy when she can be herself with him. He loves her. Even when her days feels black, he would be right there with her. He never gives up on her.
June 20, 2012
This book is great to use when it is a child's first day at school or program. It is a great way to start conversation about home life. What do you do with your parents? What do you parents do while you are at school or what do your grandparents do while you are at school? It is a great tool to use when taking about family relationships.
July 13, 2012
Told in rhyme, a little girl explains how she and her grandpa are a great pair, even while being uniquely themselves. Rich color illustrations by Christopher Denise. Great for any relationship to reflect on how we love and support one another -- as friends or relatives -- while maintaining our own individuality. Great for preschoolers through grade 2.
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October 18, 2013"We're a pair beyond compare" begins the simple rhyming text which portrays the special bond between a little bear and her grandfather. Cozy scenes depict the twosome gardening, singing, and enjoying each other's company. This beautifully illustrated book is meant to be shared by a child and special grown-up.
March 10, 2016
A good book for children to share with their loved ones, and cherish time with them. The book has clear vocabulary, and beautiful illustrations with neutral colors. It shows the affectionate relationship between a granddaughter and grandfather. It has captivating illustrations for young readers. The book includes simple rhymes.
September 13, 2010
I love this book! It truly made with thing about very special moments I shared with my Grandfather. It could be used for class discussion to talk about relationships, rhyming, feelings. It is just an all around good read for young children.
February 19, 2011
Loved the beautiful, sweet illustrations. The actual story was sweet although I had to read it a couple of times to really understand the message and "moral". Worth looking at for the pictures though...
March 3, 2011
I like this book because children can makes connection with the text. For instance, some students may not live in a nuclear family and this is a great way to introduce diversity of family. The tone of the story is also soothing and comforting.
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