"Dare to Be Different" by Jane Ray is a vibrant picture book that encourages children to embrace their uniqueness and celebrate individuality. Through the colorful illustrations and engaging narrative, readers are invited to explore the beauty of being different in a world that often values conformity. The story follows a young protagonist who discovers the importance of self-acceptance and the power of creativity. As they navigate various challenges, they learn that being true to oneself can lead to unexpected friendships and joyful experiences. Ultimately, the book inspires children to proudly stand out and appreciate the diversity that makes each person special. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 80 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 2006 by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC .

Malorie Blackman was the 8th UK Children's Laureate and is one of the UK's highest profile authors for teenagers and young adults. She has won the Children's Book Award and a raft of other prizes and is the force behind the annual YALC event. Niki Daly grew up in Cape Town and later returned there with his wife and sons after living in London for ten years. Fiona Waters has worked in children's books for many years. She is an experienced writer of children's fiction and non-fiction. Jane Ray is the Smarties-prize winning illustrator of over 30 books.