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Every Body: A First Conversation About Bodies

Megan Madison author Jessica Ralli author Tequitia Andrews illustrator

Format:Board book

Publisher:Penguin Young Readers

Published:9th May '23

Should be back in stock very soon

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Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven board book offers clear, concrete language and beautiful imagery to introduce the concept of BODY LIBERATION. This book serves to celebrate the uniqueness of your body and all bodies, and addresses the unfair rules and ideas that currently exist about bodies. It ends with motivational action points for making the world more fair for all! While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it's hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking about issues like race and gender from the age of two not only helps children understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudice. These books offer a supportive approach that considers both the child and the adult. Stunning art accompanies the simple and interactive text, and the backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion.

Best Early Reader Non-fiction -- RISE Feminist Book Project

"So important—“every body” should read this!" (STARRED REVIEW) - Kirkus

"[This book] reassures kids that all kinds of bodies can be healthy, and that bodies should be celebrated and taken care of." - Booklist

ISBN: 9780593383346

Dimensions: 192mm x 174mm x 23mm

Weight: 516g

36 pages