This would be a darling little gift book for a little girl in your life. It reminds her of special she is. I do wish it mentioned God and identity within him since this is from Tommy Nelson, but cute regardless. Side note: the illustrations in this one would be ADORABLE in a strawberry shortcake nursery.

A cute simple Strawberry Shortcake book, isn’t too much to say, could be a cute affirmations book for your little one.

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this Arc!

You Are Berry Special is less a story and more a sweet book of rhyming poems with lots of nostalgic images. Every page would make a beautiful wall poster.

This was a very sweet and short book. It had baking puns and love and nostalgia. I think this book would suit any child because it's brightly illustrated and simple. I would recommend it as a gift for new moms.

Very cute and nostalgic read with my 4 y/o. She loves watching my old VHS of Strawberry Shortcake and enjoyed reading the rhymes with me in the book. Would definately consider purchasing.

I probably had this book as a child. I don’t think this is a new title. I think it’s a re-*releasing of an old title. If I’m wrong, then I can’t tell the difference. Because this is the Strawberry Shortcake that I grew up with, loved, and idolized. This is the Strawberry Shortcake I still yearn for in all the new iterations. I am glad this Strawberry Shortcake is making a comeback.

"You are Berry Special" by Strawberry Shortcake emphasizes each individual's unique and cherished qualities. It conveys a message of appreciation and love, encouraging people to recognize their own worth and the special role they play in others' lives. Written in rhyme, the story is encouraging.

"In the garden

beneath skies so blue,

Everything's brighter

because of you.

Like flowers bloom,

your love does too."

Absolutely adored this book, going to need to get this one in a phyiscal copy. my daughter liked the rhyming and the illustrations

I loved the story, especially in rhyme. The illustrations were adorable and nostalgic. I think children and parents of all ages will enjoy this book.

Just absolutely adorable. Strawberry Shortcake was always my favorite as a kid, so I’m so glad she’s still popular and being published so I can bring her into my classroom!

You Are Berry Special:
"Like sunshine bright and rainbows high"

You Are Berry Special is a sweet and lovely picture book! It gives praise and encouraging messages. The illustrations are very beautiful, too. It would be such a nice book for kindergarten children and primary school kids. I give it 5 stars.

Publishing Date: 4th November 2025
Thanks to the Publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.

Thank you Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book. The opinions written are completely honest and my own.

You just can't do wrong with Strawberry Short Cake. I loved the length for a before bed story ans the illustrations are perfect

This is such a good book to read to "younger" young kids! The writing is very simple, and there was at least one rhyme on each page, which is always great. Additionally, this book is short and sweet, which makes it perfect for bedtime, but also anytime! Yet another great thing about this book were the illustrations. As always, the Strawberry Shortcake aesthetic/style never fails to disappoint, and it's so fun, with a high amount of detail included. Lastly, the central theme of this book was great! I have no doubt that it will bring joy to so many little ones. Bravo!!

So cute! I cannot wait for this to come out, so I can add this to my classroom library! This is such a great way to show children art and the way that pictures can tell the story of the words you hear!

fun, nostalgic and educational!
a sweet rhyming story of strawberry and her friends as they learn, grow fruit and bake
perfect night time story to read with your little one, requested to read with my little one and they loved it!

I received an ARC of this book from Net Galley in exchange for a review. We love Strawberry Shortcake! The pictures were very cute and this seems like a great gift book.

My 5 year old says “My favorite part was when they used silly words like berry instead of very!”

Such a sweet story! I loved the dear messages and the illustrations. I’d definitely recommend it to Strawberry Shortcake fans or little readers.

Thanks to netgalley and publishers for this ARC!

Unfortunately, I did not love this like I was going to. This felt like a children's book that is really more for the adults that will be reading it. Children cannot understand puns like "bake me happy". Cutesy is fun, but literacy needs to be considered!

I received an ARC of this children's book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I absolutely loved Strawberry Shortcake as a kid, so I was really excited to have the chance to read this advance copy to my niece. We both loved this book. It has all the wonderful elements that I remember from childhood!

Thank you to Tommy Nelson and Netgalley for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest review (unpaid).

As a Strawberry Shortcake lover since childhood, I loved this book. In fact I might read it to myself everyday as an affirmations type thing. Perfect for kids especially those who love Strawberry Shortcake and fitting for springtime daycare activities.