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Melissa Alex Gino

Melissa

Previously Published as George

Alex Gino

Ages 8–12

Released 2015

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Melissa parent’s guide: what’s inside

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A note for parents

This is a celebrated middle-grade novel that centers on a transgender girl discovering and asserting her identity. The story emphasizes self-acceptance, friendship, and courage in a age-appropriate way. While it addresses the emotional difficulty of hiding one's true self and social rejection, it does so gently and ultimately affirms the protagonist's journey. The book is widely taught in schools and praised for its respectful, accessible exploration of gender identity for young readers.

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From the publisher

"When people look at George, they think they see a boy. But she knows she's not a boy. She knows she's a girl. George thinks she'll have to keep this a secret forever. Then her teacher announces that their class play is going to be Charlotte's Web. George really, really, REALLY wants to play Charlotte. But the teacher... "When people look at George, they think they see a boy. But she knows she's not a boy. She knows she's a girl. George thinks she'll have to keep this a secret forever. Then her teacher announces that their class play is going to be Charlotte's Web. George really, really, REALLY wants to play Charlotte. But the teacher says she can't even try out for the part . . . because she's a boy. With the help of her best friend, Kelly, George comes up with a plan. Not just so she can be Charlotte -- but so everyone can know who she is, once and for all" -- Provided by publisher.

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