Call Me Gray

Call Me GrayCall Me Gray by Andrew Larsen, Bells Larsen, Tallulah Fontaine
Published by Kids Can Press ISBN: 1525311352
Genres: Emotions & Feelings, Family
Format: Picture Book Fiction
Goodreads
four-stars

The yearly tradition of building a skating rink is the backdrop for a revelation in this intimate and compassionate picture book. Year after year a father and his child build a backyard rink, but this year the child is ready to let their father in on a feeling that has been building up inside them; they look like a boy but feel like  a girl. The relief of sharing this feeling and the calm acceptance the father receives it with make for a loving glimpse into what must be a difficult, but necessary, discussion for many kids. Perfect reading for children who would like to start this conversation.

Reviewed by Sarah Maciejewski, Patten Free Library, Bath

four-stars