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Alex and Alex
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A light-hearted, agendered story introducing ideas of tolerance and acceptance to the very young.
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A simple, engaging story introducing ideas of non-binary identities, tolerance, and acceptance to very young readers, from the writer of the critically acclaimed picture book, The Pocket Chaotic.
Praise for Alex and Alex
''What a fun book for illustrating gender fluidity! With its polka dot endpapers and bright primary colours, this cheerful book shows that gender does not matter to good friends.'' — Youth Services Book Review
''Need many more books like this one for young children!'' — Net Galley
''Alex and Alex is brilliant in its simplicity. I can't recommend it highly enough!'' — Picture Book Perfect
''What a wonderful book that I think every child making their first steps socially should have read to them.'' — The Great British Bookworm
''The lack of gender and deliberate avoidance of stereotypes makes this a useful book to help children think more about what allows people to get along and like each other.'' — School Reading List
''Definitely the best book I have come across that sensitively discusses the concept of being non-binary without preaching or taking away from the playful plot for children.'' — The Value's Bookshelf
Alex and Alex have lots of things in common. They love playing, dressing up, and building things. They are also very different from one another; Alex is very messy and Alex is very tidy, Alex likes running and kicking a ball, and Alex likes reading and dreaming.
After a trip to the museum goes a little awry, Alex and Alex have some cooling-off time. But they always make up because Alex really really really really really really REALLY... likes Alex!
This is a book for very young readers introducing ideas of tolerance and friendship in a completely non-gendered way. Neither character is identified as a boy or a girl, and the activities each one enjoys are a mix of traditional 'boy' and 'girl' things. Aimed at children who are just on the cusp of gender awareness and role-play, it provides a much-needed counterbalance to more traditional, binary pre-school literature. Boldly illustrated by Ben Javen.
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Alex and Alex by Ziggy Hanaor receives praise for its vibrant illustration and its exploration of friendship without gender constraints. The book features two friends with the same name, emphasising acceptance of differences and encouraging children to see beyond gender stereotypes. Its clear language and colourful spreads make it a suitable, engaging read for young audiences, both at home and in educational settings.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781800660113
Publisher: Cicada Books
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 19 August 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Cicada Books
Illustration: Illustrated throughout
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Ben Javens
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 214.0mm
Height: 263.0mm
Weight: 400g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Ziggy Hanaor is an editor and writer living in London. Her previous books include Fly Flies (Cicada, 2019) and The Pocket Chaotic (Cicada, 2020).
Ben Javens is an illustrator and designer whose drawings have been featured in The New York Times, School of Life, Anorak and The Guardian as well as on products by Hugo Boss, Warburtons and TOMS. He is the illustrator of Two Can (Francis Lincoln, 2016).
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