El Filtro de Bennie (Bennie’s Filter)
Written by W.B. Dale
and Scheherezade Surià (Translator)
Illustrated by Fatima Kaleem
Published by Stars Shine All the Time Publishing
Based on a true story, El Filtro de Bennie follows Bennie, a young boy diagnosed with Vitiligo, who worries about how the world will see him. With a little guidance and a big imagination, Bennie learns to see his condition as a filter something that makes him unique, not less than anyone else. Through his journey, Bennie discovers that true confidence comes from embracing who you are, inside and out. A heartfelt story of self-acceptance and courage. Bennie’s filter reminds young readers that what’s most important is often invisible. A portion of the proceeds from this book will benefit organizations supporting Vitiligo advocacy and awareness, helping children everywhere feel seen, celebrated, and empowered.
Also available in English, Bennie’s Filter.
हिंदी में भी उपलब्ध, शीर्षक: बेनी का फ़िल्टर.
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Publication Date: February 2026
Available As: Paperback
Picture Book , Age 05 or older
Community Represented: Indian/Indian American
Themes: Cross-Group Friendship, Cultural Empowerment, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Family, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Identity, Discrimination: Body/Hair, Family Relationship: Parents, Generation: 1st, Identity: Body Image, Identity: Exploration, Identity: Multiracial, Mental Health, Multilingual: Spanish, Neighbors & Neighborhoods, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Trauma & Healing, Trauma & Healing: Illness
Setting: United States
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: 1st Generation
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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