The final pages, during which Tilly and Errol do exactly the same things they did before, reassure kiddos that changing gender won't change who a person (or bear) fundamentally is ideal for the target audience. Debut artist MacPherson's ink-and-watercolor illustrations are striking for their emotional immediacy and compositional polish, and he effortlessly moves from the poignancy of the opening pages to breezy good times." - Publishers Weekly "Walton's matter-of-fact exploration of gender doesn't get into any particulars, focusing instead on the importance of friendship and respect. This book beautifully changes the narrative of gender and gender roles, but fair warning-the hug scene might bring a tear or two." - starred review, Kirkus Reviews "The book's spirit of easygoing openness makes it a worthwhile resource. MacPherson's illustrations are sweet, with a sketchy, contemporary style. "Walton gently explains Tilly's gender, which is a small ripple in the lives of children at play, and subtly pokes at gender roles with Errol's tea parties and Ava's robot building.
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