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Princess Pete

by Zoey Allen Publisher: CANDLEWICK BOOKS

Critically Recognized

Pete is simply Pete

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  • Critical praise

    Booklist starred review

    Starred review; the quoted praise describes the book as perfect for LGBTQ+ readers and young allies.

AlbakiReads Editorial

Pete is simply Pete

Pete’s days bring together a wide range of interests and ways of expressing them: dresses and trousers, makeup and muddy play, sports, art, music, and time with friends of different genders. When others ask whether Pete is a girl or a boy, the story centers the family’s love and acceptance of Pete as they are. Set in a home described as a castle, this picture-book premise connects everyday childhood play with questions of gender identity and belonging. Its focus on Pete’s individuality gives the story a clear opening for conversations about respecting how someone understands and expresses themselves.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 encountering stories about friendship and individuality.
  • Families and educators seeking a picture book to support conversations about gender identity.
  • Young allies interested in learning about LGBTQ+ friends and classmates.

Themes

Gender identitySelf-expressionFamily acceptanceFriendshipIndividuality

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Book overview

"Perfect for any member of the LGBTQ] spectrum as well as young allies who would like to learn more about their LGBTQ+ friends and classmates." --Booklist (starred review)

A joyous picture book from an exciting debut author touches on gender identity in a warmhearted celebration of individuality.


In a "castle" on the hill lives a happy family: the king, the queen, and their child, Pete. Pete likes a lot of different things: wearing red trousers or flowery dresses, experimenting with makeup, and going outside in the mud. Playing sports, drawing pictures, and making music; running races and dressing up; playing with the boys and playing with the girls--Pete's days are filled with laughter, creativity, and friendship. Some people are confused and ask, "Are you a girl or a boy?" But Pete is just Pete, and they are loved just as they are. A story of acceptance and childhood joy, energetically illustrated with colorful scenes and whimsical details, Princess Pete stands alongside titles such as Juli
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