The Shadow, adapted from a poem by Robert Lous Stevenson is told from  perspective of a child, bring a touch of innocence and curiosity to our experience with our own shadow. The book shows how one is happy, excited, mesmerized, and in puzzle with their own shadow. The story helps us experience how the world works outside of ourselves and how there is something deeper and more to each of us than what we appear to be.

Proceeds from the sale of this book help fund the donation of our specially designed children’s books to barbershops in at-risk communities nationwide. DERT’s social mission is to ensure that all children identify as readers by having access to books and being read to on a regular basis. Reading together is vital for all children through their preschool years and beyond. DERT publishes a unique line of books and learning tools designed to engage families in reading through all stages of life.