A picture book edition of the bestselling board book about gender, offering adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way.
Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven board book offers clear, concrete language and beautiful imagery that young children can grasp and adults can leverage for further discussion.
While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it's hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking about issues like race and gender from the age of two not only helps children understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudice.
This second book in the series begins the conversation on gender, with a supportive approach that considers both the child and the adult. Stunning art accompanies the simple and interactive text, and the backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion.
You’re item was added to pickup at [location]
You’re [amount] away from FREE shipping!
You qualify for FREE shipping!
Translation missing: en.settings.free_shipping_default_message
"My kids love this book. They keep going back to it to discuss what gender they are and understand that it is a construct (which is amazing considering they are 3 and 5 years old). It makes my heart warm that these books exist for kids."
— D. L. (5/5)
Good Conversation Starter About Gender!
"This is a good conversation starter about gender. Like anything else - take what resonates with you and leave the rest."
— Jaden (5/5)
Two Thumbs Up
"Perfect addition to the library and a great way to get kids to learn to be accepting towards others and themselves."
— Kayla (5/5)
Good book!
"There are a lot of debates going around this topic but i think this book is just good to just let it be about you and being yourself."
— Valerie (4/5)
Love it
"Really great first talk about gender gets more for older kids as the book goes on"
— Jackie (4/5)
Gender Firsts!
"Really great introduction to the notion of gender, simple and inclusive."
— Nicole P. (5/5)
Overall good book
"I was excited to get that book for my child but I thought it was a bit too early for him, as he's under 3, it was different than what I thought. I fully support all communities but I found it's too early for my child to learn about it."
— Happy C. (4/5)
Informative book for younger kids
"Great book for first conversations regarding gender and all the different people in our world. Help kids feel safe, seen, and be prepared to accept all people for who they are"
— Erin (5/5)
Happy with this purchase
"Great help with introducing gender identity to your kids, and other adults."
— J M. (5/5)
Q&A
Appropriate for: Ages 3-5 Years
Published date: Aug 16, 2022
Language: English
No. of Pages: 40
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
ISBN: 9780593521878
Dimensions:
9.32" W x
0.38" L x
10.28" H
⭐ “This primer on gender lays the groundwork for affirming conversations and creates opportunities for self-identification.” — Kirkus (STARRED REVIEW)
KIRKUS BEST BOOK (2021)
"A sunny, straightforward book guiding children through what gender is, how it can fluctuate, and how it’s used throughout social structures. This book is an excellent way to generate conversation!" — School Library Journal
Wisconsin State Recommended Book
Dr. Megan Pamela Ruth Madison is a political educator and a lifelong student of radical Black feminism. She earned her PhD in Social Policy from Brandeis University. As a scholar-activist, her approach to research and practice is guided by the Sociopolitical Ecology of Development, a theoretical framework that she developed as a part of her dissertation. Megan has served on the boards of the National Association for the Education for Young Children and Jews for Racial and Economic Justice. With Jessica Ralli, she co-authors First Conversations–an award-winning series of anti-bias books for young children and their grown-ups.
Jessica Ralli is the Early Literacy Programs Coordinator at Brooklyn Public Library where she develops & manages grant-funded programming including Books Unbanned Storytimes. She has an M.A. in Early Childhood Special Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and has taught in museums, schools, and libraries. Jessica is a contributor to School Library Journal, and in 2020, she received the Library Journal Movers and Shakers Award for her advocacy work in libraries. Jessica is currently co-authoring the award-winning First Conversations series with Megan Madison, published by RISE X Penguin Workshop.
You May Also Like
Previous
Next
Recently Viewed
Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
Opens in a new window.
eBooks from Indigo are available at Kobo.com
Simply sign in or create your free Kobo account to get started. Read eBooks on any Kobo eReader or with the free Kobo App.
Why Kobo?
With over 6 million of the world's best eBooks to choose from, Kobo offers you a whole world of reading. Go shelf-less with your library and enjoy reward points with every purchase.