Jamie Is Jamie
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Jamie Is Jamie

By Afsaneh Moradian, Maria Bogade (Illustrator)

Part of the Jamie Is Jamie series

A preschooler challenges gender norms through play, teaching peers empathy and creativity.

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32 pages· 562 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Jamie, a spirited newcomer at preschool, defies gender norms by playing with all toys, sparking confusion among classmates. As Jamie navigates this, the children learn about cooperation and empathy. Will they embrace Jamie's perspective and redefine playtime? Discover how Jamie's journey challenges stereotypes and fosters understanding in this heartwarming tale.

From the publisher

When free-spirited Jamie arrives at a new preschool, all the children learn that gender expression doesn’t determine which toys to play with. There are so many fun things to play with at Jamie’s new preschool–baby dolls to care for, toy cars to drive–and Jamie wants to play with them all! But the other children are confused by Jamie’s gender expression . . . is Jamie a boy or a girl? Some toys are just for girls and others are just for boys, aren’t they? Not according to Jamie! Join Jamie’s new friends as they learn the importance of cooperation, creativity, and empathy. Jamie Is Jamie is a great way to start a conversation with children about gender expression by: challenging gender stereotypesshowing readers that playing is fundamental to learningreinforcing the idea that all children need the freedom to play unencumbered A special section for teachers, parents, and caregivers provides tips on how to make children’s playtime learning time. Don’t miss out on more of Jamie’s adventures in Jamie and Bubbie, available now! The Jamie Is Jamie Series The Jamie Is Jamie series invites young children to join Jamie as they build confidence through imaginative free play, break down gender stereotypes, respect pronouns and gender identity, and learn self-advocacy skills. Each book includes a section for adults to help them reinforce the books’ messages.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
562
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
600L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about movingBooks about schoolBooks about self-esteemBooks about LGBTQ
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.9
F&P level
~O
Publication
Published
May 1, 2018
First published
May 15, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781631981395

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