Purposefully Vocal- Hardcover (Preorder, ships AUGUST 2026)

COMING AUGUST 2026: 

Purposefully Vocal

Written by Sara Lewis Hartley • Illustrated by Sk Artista

Meet Hope, a bright fourth grader who excels in math and reading but sometimes struggles to stay organized or say “no.” As a twice-exceptional, or 2e, student, Hope is both gifted and challenged—her quick thinking often leads to impulsive choices. When an older student asks to copy her homework, Hope feels pressured to agree. With support from her teacher, Ms. Purse, she learns how to pause, think things through, and use her strong voice to stand up for what’s right.

Told in inspiring rhyme, Purposefully Vocal empowers children to find confidence in their own voices and understand that speaking up can be both kind and brave. Through Hope’s journey, readers will learn to:
✨ Understand executive functioning and impulsive decisions
✨ Practice saying “no” respectfully and assertively
✨ Recognize that asking for help shows strength, not weakness
✨ Balance empathy with self-advocacy

A thoughtful and empowering story in the Purposefully Me Series, this beautifully illustrated book reminds every child that their voice matters—and that using it with courage and care is a powerful act of self-respect.

Hardcover • 8.5 × 10 inches • Full Color • Approx. 32 pages
Themes: Twice Exceptional (2e) • Executive Functioning • Assertiveness • Self-Advocacy