Out of the Blue

Written by Robert Tregoning · Illustrated by Stef Murphy

In a blue world, a boy's love for yellow challenges conformity.

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32 pages· 719 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· ~510L

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Bookroo's summary

In a world dominated by blue, a young boy harbors a secret love for yellow. As he grapples with the fear of being different, he must decide whether to reveal his true colors to his father. Will he find the courage to embrace his uniqueness, and can their world learn to accept all colors? This heartwarming tale explores the power of self-acceptance and the beauty of diversity, inviting readers to celebrate every shade of individuality.

From the publisher

This picture book about a boy who overcomes his fear of being different is a celebration of diversity, acceptance, and pride, perfect for fans of Julián is a Mermaid. In a very blue house, on a very blue street, in his very blue bedroom, sits a little boy who’s feeling very blue. He has a secret: he loves the color yellow. And in a world where only blue is allowed, he knows in his heart that loving a different color must be bad. Can the boy find the courage to share his true self with his dad? Can the world see the benefits of letting everyone love any color they want to? A stunning celebration of being yourself and living in ALL the colors of the rainbow, from debut author Robert Tregoning and rising star illustrator Stef Murphy.

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