Phoenix Goes to School
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018

Phoenix Goes to School

By Michelle Finch, Phoenix Finch

A child faces school fears, finding courage to express true identity.

4.2/5 Goodreads · 186 ratings
32 pages
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Phoenix is nervous about her first day of school, fearing judgment for her gender identity. Encouraged by her mom's words, she discovers unexpected support from teachers and friends. Will Phoenix find the courage to share her true self with others? This vibrant tale explores bravery and acceptance, offering hope to children navigating their own identities.

From the publisher

My Mommy tells me I’m perfect and to be brave.”You know who you are,” she says, “Just be yourself and always listen to your heart.”With those words of encouragement from her Mom, Phoenix is preparing for her first day of school. She is excited but scared of being bullied because of her gender identity and expression. Yet when she arrives at school she finds help and support from teachers and friends, and finds she is brave enough to talk to other kids about her gender!This is an empowering and brightly-illustrated children’s book for children aged 3+ to help children engage with gender identity in a fun, uplifting way. It supports trans children who are worried about being bullied or misunderstood.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about writingBooks about schoolBooks about self-esteemBooks about LGBTQ
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Publication
Published
July 19, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781785928215

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