Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope
No. of pages 40
Published: 2021
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"Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope" by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow tells the inspiring true story of a young boy named Penelope who defies societal expectations regarding gender identity. From a young age, Penelope, assigned male at birth, feels a strong sense of being a girl and challenges the traditional notions of identity. The narrative explores themes of self-discovery, acceptance, and the power of authenticity while highlighting the supportive relationships that help Penelope embrace her true self. Through vibrant illustrations and a heartfelt narrative, the book advocates for love, understanding, and courage in the journey of personal identity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Random House USA Inc .