A Boy Like You
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2019 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

A Boy Like You

By Frank Murphy, Kayla Harren (Illustrator)

A boy learns about the importance of being himself and making a positive impact on the world.

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26 pages· 540 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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In a world that often demands conformity, this book invites boys to explore their individuality. It challenges them to be brave, seek help, and share their stories. Celebrate the diverse and unique ways to be a boy, breaking free from traditional molds. What does it truly mean to be yourself?

From the publisher

2020-2021 Keystone to Reading Elementary Book Award List 2020 Amelia Bloomer List Winner of the 2019 Eureka! Gold Awards Winner of Best of 2019 Kids Books - Future Classics Category There’s more to being a boy than sports, feats of daring, and keeping a stiff upper lip. A Boy Like You encourages every boy to embrace all the things that make him unique, to be brave and ask for help, to tell his own story and listen to the stories of those around him. In an age when boys are expected to fit into a particular mold, this book celebrates all the wonderful ways to be a boy.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
26
Words
540
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
500L
Themes & topics
Books about courageBooks about individualityBooks about self-esteemBooks about social themesBooks about boys and men
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
July 15, 2019
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781534110465

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