Introducing Teddy: A gentle story about gender and friendship
Introducing Teddy introduces the youngest readers to understanding gender identity and transition in an accessible and heart-warming story about being true to yourself and being a good friend.
Errol and his teddy, Thomas, are best friends who do everything together. Whether it's riding a bike, playing in the tree house, having a tea party, or all of the above, every day holds something fun to do.
One sunny day, Errol finds that Thomas is sad, even when they are playing in their favorite ways. Errol can't figure out why, until Thomas finally tells Errol what the teddy has been afraid to say: "In my heart, I've always known that I'm a girl teddy, not a boy teddy. I wish my name was Tilly, not Thomas." And Errol says, "I don't care if you're a girl teddy or a boy teddy! What matters is that you are my friend."
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 32
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2016
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Childrens
Language: en
ISBN: 9781681192109
Creator Bio
Jessica Walton and Dougal MacPherson are the co-authors of the heartwarming children's book "Introducing Teddy: A gentle story about gender and friendship." Jessica is a writer, teacher, and parent who has a background in both psychology and LGBTIQ+ advocacy. She was inspired to write this book after her own experiences with her transgender father. Dougal is an illustrator and graphic designer who has a passion for using art to promote social change and inclusivity. Together, Jessica and Dougal have created a beautiful and important story that celebrates diversity and teaches children about acceptance and friendship.
