A True Story of Hope

Meet Naomi.

A true story of pediatric stroke, resilience, and being seen — told gently, for the children who need it most.

Before she ever took a breath, Naomi faced a battle most of us will never know. This is the picture book born from her courage — and the awareness campaign growing around her light.

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Watercolor portrait of Naomi, a joyful child with bright eyes
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Featured by pediatric stroke advocates For ages 4–9 • Read-aloud friendly Trusted in classrooms & libraries Inclusive · Compassionate · Hopeful

Naomi's Journey

A small girl. A quiet miracle. A story worth telling.

Before Naomi was born, she suffered a stroke in the womb — a perinatal stroke that few families are ever prepared to face. Her early days were filled with hospitals, uncertainty, and a love that refused to let go.

Today, Naomi is a bright, courageous child whose journey continues to teach her family — and now thousands of others — what it means to truly see a child for who they are.

"She is not her diagnosis. She is her whole, wonderful self."

Illustration of a small hand reaching up among hearts and flowers

Why This Story Matters

From a quiet diagnosis to a loud, hopeful conversation.

Naomi's book is more than a story. It's an invitation — to listen better, love wider, and recognize the beauty in every child.

Pediatric Stroke Awareness

1 in 4,000 newborns experience a stroke. Most families have never heard of it — until it's their child. Naomi's story changes that.

Disability Inclusion

Every child deserves to see themselves in the books they read — and to learn that difference is something to celebrate, not fear.

A Tool for Empathy

A gentle resource for parents, teachers, and counselors to begin the conversations that build kinder classrooms and braver hearts.

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The Book

Cover of I See You, Little Naomi children's book

I See You,
Little Naomi

A tender picture book that helps children understand difference, compassion, and the quiet courage it takes to be exactly who you are.

Themes

EmpathyInclusionResiliencePediatric StrokeFamily LoveBeing Seen
Ages
4–9

Read-aloud friendly

Format
Picture Book

Hardcover & paperback

Pages
32

Full-color illustrations

Reading
5–8 min

Perfect for bedtime

Loved by

Parents seeking honest conversations · Teachers building inclusive classrooms · Counselors & therapists · Librarians · Faith and family communities

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The Author

Stefanie Boggs Johnson, author

Stefanie Boggs Johnson

Author · Advocate · Mother of stories worth telling

Stefanie writes children's books that hold space for the kids the world too often overlooks. Her stories are gentle, honest, and rooted in real lives — beginning with the family members and friends who inspired them.

Through Naomi's story and the I See You, Little… series, Stefanie is building a quiet movement: one of compassion, inclusion, and the radical idea that every child deserves to be truly seen.

The Series

More books from Stefanie

A growing series of picture books that help children see — themselves, each other, and the world — with kinder eyes.

I See You, Little Andrew

I See You, Little Andrew

A gentle companion story about a quiet boy learning that being seen begins with believing he is worth seeing.

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I See You, Little Naomi

I See You, Little Naomi

Naomi's story — a tender introduction to pediatric stroke, difference, and the love that holds it all together.

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Loved By Readers

Stories that find the people who need them.

A book every classroom needs. My students asked to read it again the very next day.

— Mrs. R., 1st Grade Teacher

As a stroke parent, I cried. Finally, a story that sees our children with such tenderness.

— Marisa, mother of two

Beautifully written and illustrated. A gentle gift for any family — and a powerful conversation starter.

— Children's Librarian, Atlanta GA

Featured & Supported By

Pediatric Stroke WarriorsCHASAInclusive ReadsKids' Lit TodayFaith & Family Books

For Schools, Libraries & Media

Bring Naomi's story into your community.

From classroom read-alouds to library events to media features — we'd love to help you create a moment that matters.

For Classrooms

An age-appropriate read for K–4 classrooms. Educator guide and discussion prompts coming soon.

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Libraries & Communities

Host a story time, awareness event, or family reading. We love partnering with local libraries.

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Media & Podcasts

Stefanie is available for interviews, panels, and speaking engagements about inclusion and pediatric stroke.

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Educator Guide

Discussion questions & activities — coming soon.

Media Kit

Author photos, book assets, & press info on request.

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Questions, Gently Answered

A few things you might be wondering.

For every child waiting to be seen

See her. Include her.
Love her loudly.

Whether you read the book, share Naomi's story, or simply pause to notice the children around you — you become part of this quiet, beautiful movement.

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