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See moreA new, brightly illustrated picture book by Ash + Chess defying gender stereotypes and celebrating diversity through the alphabet for fans of Pink Is for Boys.
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Be affectionate, beautiful, courageous, and more in this gender-bending ABC book.
Daryl is so affectionate. Alex is gentle with the family cat. Sage and Kaylin are super strong. And Ira yearns to do ballet like their older brother. Demystify gender stereotypes while learning your ABCs in this bright, celebratory debut picture book by stationery company Ash + Chess.
The authors bring not only their quirky artistic flavour but also their personal perspectives as a queer couple to this empowering book for younger kids.
This hardcover picture book is rendered in bright, bold colours and patterns and uses neon pink hues throughout.
As a bonus, remove the book's jacket to reveal a cool ABC poster on the opposite side that can be displayed at home, in schools, at libraries, or anywhere!
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ABC-Deconstructing Gender by Chess Needham and Ashley Molesso has received praise for its vibrant illustrations and empowering message celebrating gender diversity. Reviewers highlight its use of a retro colour palette and inclusive characters, making it an engaging tool to challenge gender norms and broaden readers' perspectives. The book is noted for sparking imagination and encouraging important discussions about identity.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780762481408
Publisher: Running Press,U.S.
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 11 May 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: Running Press Kids
Illustration: 26 color illustrations + double-sided jacket with ABC poster
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 12.0mm
Width: 254.0mm
Height: 254.0mm
Weight: 440g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Ash + Chess is a cute stationery company run by queer and trans couple Ashley Molesso (she/her) and Chess Needham (he/him). They create greeting cards and art prints that are bold, retro colour palettes and they often use their artwork to make a political statement and to uplift the queer community. Since making their debut in 2017 at the National Stationery Show, they now sell their products in more than 900 retailers throughout the world. They are the author of The Gay Agenda, My Queer Year, and Queer Tarot. This is their first children's book.
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