Every child is born with his or her own unique gifts and talents. With the support of the adults in their lives, children can have the opportunity to explore their interests. This story is designed to highlight the importance of being unique and embracing your passions. Travel along as we see how doing the things that come naturally to you can lead to amazing careers that you love. You Were Designed to Shine is a book that will transcend throughout childhood. It can be read to young children and emergent readers and later read by skilled readers on their own. This journey will build self-esteem, introduce professions that may align with passions, all the while building vocabulary. So go ahead, open your mind, develop your talents, and shine!