Before Reading Introducing Teddy to Your Students Read the book yourself and think about what questions you and your students may have. Introducing Teddy: A Gentle Story About Gender and Friendship Authored by Jessica Walton, illustrated by Dougal MacPherson This sensitively written book about a transgender teddy bear is done with just the right hand to introduce the idea of gender identity and transition to very young kids, for whom less may be more. A useful resource for adults broaching conversations about transgender issues with little ones. and gentle story about being true to yourself and being a good friend, Introducing Teddy also helps children understand gender identity. The final pages, during which Tilly and Errol do exactly the same things they did before, reassure kiddos that changing gender won't change who a person (or bear) fundamentally is ideal for the target audience. Walton's matter-of-fact exploration of gender doesn't get into any particulars, focusing instead on the importance of friendship and respect. Debut artist MacPherson's ink-and-watercolor illustrations are striking for their emotional immediacy and compositional polish, and he effortlessly moves from the poignancy of the opening pages to breezy good times. The book's spirit of easygoing openness makes it a worthwhile resource. This book beautifully changes the narrative of gender and gender roles, but fair warning-the hug scene might bring a tear or two.
MacPherson's illustrations are sweet, with a sketchy, contemporary style. Walton gently explains Tilly's gender, which is a small ripple in the lives of children at play, and subtly pokes at gender roles with Errol's tea parties and Ava's robot building.
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