A simple, engaging story introducing ideas of non-binary identities,
tolerance and acceptance to very young readers, from the writer of the
critically acclaimed picture book, The Pocket Chaotic.
''A simple yet inclusive story that is likely to build tolerance,
insight, and healthy relationships among young readers''. --
Booklist
''ALEX AND ALEX is a cute picture book about embracing differences and
friendship''. -- YA Books Central
''What a fun book for illustrating gender fluidity! With its polka dot
endpapers and bright primary colors, this cheerful book shows that
gender does not matter to good friends''. -- Youth Services Book
Review
''A great addition to any early years classroom setting for discussions
about friendship & embracing differences...& for older children to
reflect upon stereotypes in relation to gender identities''. -- Just
Imagine
''Need many more books like this one for young children!'' -- Net
Galley
''Alex and Alex is brilliant in its simplicity. I can't recommend it
highly enough!'' -- Picture Book Perfect
''What a wonderful book that I think every child making their first
steps socially should have read to them''. -- The Great British
Bookworm
''The lack of gender and deliberate avoidance of stereotypes makes this
a useful book to help children think more about what allows people to
get along and like each other''. -- School Reading List
''Definitely the best book I have come across that sensitively discusses
the concept of being non-binary without preaching or taking away from
the playful plot for children''. -- The Value's Bookshelf
Alex and Alex have lots of things in common. They love playing, and
dressing up and building things. They also are very different to one
another; Alex is very messy and Alex is very tidy, Alex likes running
and kicking a ball and Alex likes reading and dreaming. After a trip to
the museum goes a little bit awry, Alex and Alex have some cooling off
time. But they always make up because Alex really really really really
really really REALLY.... likes Alex!
This is a book for very young readers introducing ideas of tolerance and
friendship in a completely non-gendered way. Neither character is
identified as a boy or a girl, and the activities that each one enjoys
is a mix of traditional 'boy' and 'girl' things Aimed at children who
are just at the cusp of gender awareness and role-play, it provides a
much needed counter-balance to more traditional, binary pre-school
literature. Boldly illustrated by Ben Javen
