“I am a great leader.”
– an excerpt from the book
ARPress is honored to publish “All About Me!” by Tequila E. Howard Ed D. This book is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and the ARPress website.
“All About Me!” is a vibrant and joyful children’s book designed to inspire self-expression, creativity, and self-love. With a mix of thoughtful prompts, colorful illustrations, and affirming messages, this book empowers children to explore their feelings, express their interests, and discover what makes them wonderfully unique. Whether used at home, in classrooms, or in group settings, All About Me! is an engaging activity book that gives every child the opportunity to share their story and take pride in who they are.
Dr. Tequila E. Howard has dedicated over 25 years to the field of early childhood education and continues to be inspired by the boundless energy and purity that young children bring to the learning environment. She believes that children offer a unique perspective-one that is open, free from judgment, and full of curiosity and joy. Her work centers on fostering robust language and literacy development, empowering children to find and express their inner voice. Dr. Howard is widely recognized for her passion and expertise in teaching, training, consulting, and leadership.
A global citizen raised in a military family, Dr. Howard has lived in numerous locations, including abroad, enriching her worldview and educational approach. She wears many professional hats as an author, Montessori educator, university professor, program director, motivational speaker, and consultant. She formerly served as a Commissioner on the Education Practices Commission for the Florida Department of Education and is currently an active member of both the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the National Education Association (NEA).
Since 2005, Dr. Howard has been publishing children’s literature inspired by and often co-created with young learners. Outside of her educational pursuits, she enjoys water sports, swimming with dolphins, supporting the hearing-impaired community, and walking in the park. Dr. Howard currently resides the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and can be reached at info@atimtolearnvirtual.org.
All About Me! is an interactive experience. Each page is filled with spaces for children to write, draw, and decorate as they reflect on themselves, their dreams, and the world around them. The book prompts young readers to think about their favorite colors, foods, hobbies, and the people they love. The tone is playful and empowering, helping children develop emotional intelligence and confidence as they learn to celebrate their individuality.
With beautifully simple language and charming design, the book becomes a personal keepsake—a snapshot of who a child is at a particular moment in time. It encourages mindfulness, self-reflection, and joy in the process of self-discovery.
In a world where children are often rushed, compared, or misunderstood, All About Me! offers a refreshing pause—a moment to look inward, to be proud, and to celebrate being wonderfully and uniquely themselves. This is a book every child should have the chance to fill, cherish, and remember.
“All About Me!” by Tequila E. Howard Ed D is now available for purchase via ARPress Bookstore: