Book Review
A short overview of this book
Pink, Blue and You by Elise Gravel is a lovely book that will help parents to start educational conversations about gender, gender diversity and stereotypes.
This is what the Publisher has to say…
Simple, accessible, and direct, this picture book is perfect for kids and parents or teachers to read together, opening the door to conversations about gender stereotypes and everyone’s right to be their true selves.
Is it okay for boys to cry? Can girls be strong? Should girls and boys be given different toys to play with and different clothes to wear? Should we all feel free to love whoever we choose to love? In this incredibly kid-friendly and easy-to-grasp picture book, author-illustrator Elise Gravel and transgender collaborator Mykaell Blais raise these questions and others relating to gender roles, acceptance, and stereotyping.
With its simple language, colorful illustrations, engaging backmatter that showcases how “appropriate” male and female fashion has changed through history, and even a poster kids can hang on their wall, here is the ideal tool to help in conversations about a multi-layered and important topic.
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Ideal Age
Ideal for children aged 4 to 8 years.
Buy this book
✅ Buy a copy of Pink, Blue and You by Elise Gravel from Amazon.
Video Transcription
A transcription in case you are more of a reader than a listener
Hey there! I’m Cath Hak, your friendly Sex Ed Rescue expert. Today, I want to tell you about an awesome book for kids that tackles gender stereotypes. It’s called Pink, Blue and You: Questions for Kids About Gender Stereotypes by Elyse Gravel.
First off, let me just say that this book is lovely. It’s filled with colorful pictures that show things for girls, boys, and everyone in between. You can sit down with your child, ask questions, and have meaningful conversations about gender stereotypes. It’s all about getting them to think outside the box.
The book challenges the idea that we have to follow certain rules based on our gender. It asks important questions like, Do you think everyone should be allowed to cry? and Should we feel bad about doing the things we like? It really encourages kids to be themselves and not worry about fitting into society’s expectations.
The book also explains the difference between sex and gender identity. It talks about how we feel on the inside and how important it is to respect each other’s pronouns. It’s a great way to introduce these concepts to kids in a simple and relatable way.
One thing I really appreciate about this book is that it acknowledges that not everyone agrees with the idea of equal rights for all. It talks about discrimination throughout history and how some governments even dictate who we should love. But it also highlights the brave people who have fought for change and made us start thinking differently.
The book ends on a positive note, reminding us that the world is changing. It’s becoming easier to be who we truly are, and we can find friends and allies who support us. Just imagine how amazing it would be to live in a world where we can all be ourselves!
Overall, I absolutely love this book. If my kids were younger, it would definitely have a special place on our bookshelf. It’s beautifully written and tackles the topic of gender stereotypes with grace and sensitivity. So, if you’re looking for a book that can help you have meaningful conversations with your kids about gender, this is definitely one to consider.
I hope you found this review helpful. Cheers!
