The Skin We Live In: San Luis Obispo County

About This Project

Join the County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries in creating a community-written book about the skin that we live in! After reading The Skin You Live In, written by Michael Tyler and illustrated by David Lee Csicsko, answer the following prompts. There are no right or wrong answers – just be honest and share your experience being YOU!

If you’d like to draw or paint a self-portrait, you can submit a digital copy by clicking on the button below.

All submissions will be compiled into one community eBook that will be shared at a later date.

Submit Your Story

Submission Information

Sharing Your Story

Email *

Local Library *

First Name *

Last Name *

Write 5 words to describe how your skin looks and feels to you.*

Why do you think skin comes in different colors? Do you think people with different skin colors get treated differently?*

If you had different skin, would you be the same person you are today or do you think the color of your skin would change who you are?*

If you met someone who could not see you, how would you describe yourself?*

After reading The Skin You Live in, what were your overall feelings? Did your ideas of what skin is change based on what you read?*

What will you remember most about reading The Skin You Live In?*

Optional Activity: Draw and upload a self-portrait of yourself. Use crayons, markers, or whatever you’d like to create an image that represents you.