Spork by
His mum is a spoon, his dad is a fork, and he's a bit of both: he's Spork, a utensil who just doesn't fit into the regimented world of the cutlery drawer. Spork never gets chosen at mealtimes - until one day something arrives that doesn't care about cutlery customs. Will this be Spork's chance to finally find his way to the table?
It's Okay to Be Different by
Told with Todd Parr's signature wit and wisdom, It's Okay to Be Different cleverly delivers the important messages of acceptance, understanding, and confidence in an accessible, child-friendly format. The book features the bold, bright colors and silly scenes that made Todd a premiere voice for emotional discussions in children's literature.
The Pink Suitcase by
What was his grandmother thinking when she bought Benjamin such a strange present: an empty pink suitcase! To his mother's horror, Benjamin is not only drawn to the suitcase -- he absolutely loves it. What's more, as he grows older her shows no signs of wanting to give it up.
Whoever You Are by
Every day all over the world, children are laughing and crying, playing and learning, eating and sleeping. They may not look the same. They may not speak the same language. Their lives may be quite different. But inside, they are all alike. Stirring words and bold paintings weave their way around our earth, across cultures and generations. At a time when, unfortunately, the lessons of tolerance still need to be learned, Whoever You Are urges us to accept our differences, to recognize our similarities, and-most importantly-to rejoice in both.
The New jumper by
The thing about the Hueys is that they are all the same. They all look the same, think the same and do the same things. Until one day, Rupert knits himself a new jumper. How will the other Hueys react?
Colin and Lee, carrot and pea by
Lee is a pea. All of his friends are peas, except Colin. Colin isn't a pea. And so begins the deliciously funny story of two very different friends.
All the ways to be smart by
A joyful ode to all the unique and wonderful qualities that make children who they are.
Marshall Armstrong is new to our school by
Quirky, witty and brilliant, Marshall Armstrong is new to school and he definitely stands out from the crowd; but will he find it easy to make friends? A highly original take on a perennially popular theme from an exciting talent. Marshall Armstrong is new to our school.He looks different to me. His laces are straight, not criss-crossed like mine,And his eyes are always looking at the blackboard. Marshall Armstrong doesn't fit into our school.Not one bit... ...but it doesn't take long for Marshall to prove that you don't have to follow the crowd to be the most popular kid in the playground. A quirky and witty 'first day at school' story from a brilliant new talent, perfect for all boys and girls starting at school and meeting new friends.
When Charley Met Emma by
Five-year-old Charley gets teased for daydreaming and drawing more than his friends, but when he meets Emma, who is physically different, he needs help remembering that being different is okay.
What Happened to You? by
Imagine you were asked the same question again and again throughout your life. Imagine if it was a question that didn't bring about the happiest of memories. This is the experience of one-legged Joe, a child who just wants to have fun in the playground. Constantly seen first for his disability, Joe is fed up of only ever being asked about his leg. All he wants to do is play Pirates. But as usual, one after the other, all the children ask him the same question they always ask, "What happened to you?" Understandably Joe gets increasingly cross! Until finally the penny drops and the children realise that it's a question Joe just doesn't want to answer and that Joe is playing a rather good game one that they can join in with if they can stop fixating on his missing leg. (Publisher)
Wide Big World by
Difference is everywhere, just look and see. This whole-wide-big-world is wondrous-unique.
Fashionista! by
Put on your passion. Flaunt your heart on your sleeve. You're a Fashionista! A book about the power of expressing yourself.
Night monkey, day monkey by
This book tells of two monkeys whose worlds are as different as night and day and how they come to learn of each other's opposite worlds and learn to be the best of friends.
Susan laughs by
Susan laughs, she sings, she flies, she swings. She's good, she's bad, she's happy and she's sad. In fact, Susan is just like everybody else, even though she is in a wheelchair.
Elmer by
Elmer the elephant is bright-colored patchwork all over. No wonder the other elephants laugh at him!
If he were ordinary elephant color, the others might stop laughing. That would make Elmer feel better, wouldn't it? David McKee's comical fable about everyone’s favorite patchwork elephant teaches readers to be themselves and celebrates the power of laughter.
The Star-Faced Crocodile by
Starring two fabulously fun characters - a bear with a banjo and a star-faced crocodile - this is a tale of friendship and music. Told with warmth and wit and accompanied by vibrant watercolour artwork, it teaches us how to respect the world we live in and the delicate balance of nature. A starry celebration of friendship from the creator of the bestselling Hugless Douglas series.
This Girl, That Girl by
This is this girl, and that is that girl. This girl likes to do things like this, and that girl likes to do things like that. Even though they're next-door-neighbours, this girl and that girl are miles apart. Or are they? One day, with a little help from their dads, they make a surprising discovery.
Too loud Lily by
Lily Hippo is constantly told by everyone that she is too loud. But when a new music and drama teacher arrives at school, she realises that being too loud can be a good thing.
I'm a girl by
I'm supposed to be made of sugar and spice and all things nice. But I'm sweet and sour and not a little flower. I am a girl! I am a girl! I am a girl! The girl in this book likes to win, she likes to be spontaneous, fast and strong, and because she also likes to dress in t-shirt and shorts, she is forever getting mistaken for a boy. And when she meets a boy who likes wearing princess dresses and playing dolls, they both quickly discover that they share interests that are wide and varied. I am a girl! is a wonderful celebration of being who we are and not being pigeon-holed or restricted by gender stereotypes. Most of all it is full of energy and laugh-out-loud funny. Who says that pink is for girls and blue is for boys?
WHERE IS IT?
1 copy available at the Library library in the GreenFiction collection at shelf location G JF ISM
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ITEM DETAILS
Other Titles
I am a girl
Authors
Ismail, Yasmeen
Description
32 unnumbered pages : colour illustrations.
Notes
On cover: Be yourself, there's no one better.
ISBN
9781408857007
Abstract
Summary: I'm supposed to be made of sugar and spice and all things nice. But I'm sweet and sour and not a little flower. I am a girl! I am a girl! I am a girl! The girl in this book likes to win, she likes to be spontaneous, fast and strong, and because she also likes to dress in t-shirt and shorts, she is forever getting mistaken for a boy. And when she meets a boy who likes wearing princess dresses and playing dolls, they both quickly discover that they share interests that are wide and varied. I am a girl! is a wonderful celebration of being who we are and not being pigeon-holed or restricted by gender stereotypes. Most of all it is full of energy and laugh-out-loud funny. Who says that pink is for girls and blue is for boys?
Perfectly Norman by
Norman had always been perfectly normal. That was until the day he grew a pair of wings and he has the most fun ever trying them out high in the sky. But then he has to go in for dinner. What will his parents think? What will everyone else think? Norman feels the safest plan is to cover his wings with a big coat. But hiding the thing that makes you different proves tricky and upsetting. Can Norman ever truly be himself?
Reggie Red by
With freckles and curls so big and so red, Reggie felt worried; "Just look at my head! Others have hair that is brown, blonde and flat, How can I make my hair look like that?" Reggie Red tells the story of a little girl who discovers that beauty is far more than what you see on the outside. (
Just Like Me by
An illustrated anthology featuring 40 figures who are neurologically or physically diverse. The world is full of people who are a little different in one way or another. Our uniqueness is what makes us stand out and makes us who we are. A collection of true stories about inspiring people and famous figures from around the world, all with something that makes them physically or neurologically diverse. Reflective of our diverse society, this anthology features figures including Simone Biles, Selena Gomez, Temple Grandin, Warwick Davies, Daniel Radcliffe, Stephen Hawking and Greta Thunberg.
Odd dog out by
All Odd Dog wants is to fit in, and she's prepared to go around the world to find her place in it. But sometimes it takes becoming part of a crowd to show that, actually, it's better to stand out from it.
Is it the way you giggle? by
Everyone is special in their own way. What makes you special? Is it the way you giggle or the way you wiggle? A picture book that celebrates our differences.
Be You ! by
You were born to be so many things. No matter where your journey leads remember to be curious, be adventurous, be patient, be brave and most of all, be you!
What Is a Child? by
A child has small hands, small feet and small ears, but that does not mean they have small ideas. From award-winning author Beatrice Alemagna comes this beautiful celebration of what makes every child unique.
Two Unhappy Fish by
Two lonely fish hide separately in the coral reef both believing that they are the ugliest fish in the whole ocean. Then one day they come face to face and are shocked at how beautiful the other one is.
The Naked penguin by
In the cold lives a little penguin who is different. Nobody wants to play with him and all the other creatures are too busy to help him. But when the little penguin decides to leave home, he sees other animals who are different too. And the little penguin learns life's most important lesson...