ABC-Deconstructing Gender

Name: ABC-Deconstructing Gender
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780762481408
Price: 34.99 NZD
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By Chess Needham and Ashley Molesso

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Summary

ABC-Deconstructing Gender by Chess Needham and Ashley Molesso is a children's book designed to introduce young readers to the concept of gender diversity. Through engaging illustrations and simple language, it explores different gender identities and encourages inclusivity and understanding. This book provides a foundation for discussions about the nuances of gender in an age-appropriate manner.
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Format: Hardback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you want to engage children in discussions about gender identity in a fun and accessible way. It uses colourful illustrations and simple language, helping to foster understanding and inclusivity from a young age.

ABC-Deconstructing Gender

A new, brightly illustrated picture book by Ash + Chess defying gender stereotypes and celebrating diversity through the alphabet for fans of Pink Is for Boys.

Description

Be affectionate, beautiful, courageous, and more in this gender-bending ABC book.

Daryl is so affectionate. Alex is gentle with the family cat. Sage and Kaylin are super strong. And Ira yearns to do ballet like their older brother. Demystify gender stereotypes while learning your ABCs in this bright, celebratory debut picture book by stationery company Ash + Chess.

The authors bring not only their quirky artistic flavour but also their personal perspectives as a queer couple to this empowering book for younger kids.

This hardcover picture book is rendered in bright, bold colours and patterns and uses neon pink hues throughout.

As a bonus, remove the book's jacket to reveal a cool ABC poster on the opposite side that can be displayed at home, in schools, at libraries, or anywhere!

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

ABC-Deconstructing Gender by Chess Needham and Ashley Molesso has received praise for its vibrant illustrations and empowering message celebrating gender diversity. Reviewers highlight its use of a retro colour palette and inclusive characters, making it an engaging tool to challenge gender norms and broaden readers' perspectives. The book is noted for sparking imagination and encouraging important discussions about identity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780762481408

Publisher: Running Press,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 May 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Running Press Kids

Illustration: 26 color illustrations + double-sided jacket with ABC poster

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 32

Collections

Ashley Molesso Chess Needham Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational LGBTQ+

About the Author

Ash + Chess is a cute stationery company run by queer and trans couple Ashley Molesso (she/her) and Chess Needham (he/him). They create greeting cards and art prints that are bold, retro colour palettes and they often use their artwork to make a political statement and to uplift the queer community. Since making their debut in 2017 at the National Stationery Show, they now sell their products in more than 900 retailers throughout the world. They are the author of The Gay Agenda, My Queer Year, and Queer Tarot. This is their first children's book.