The Pants Project

by Cat Clarke

Hardcover, 2017

Library's review

Liv’s story, told with humor, is about his efforts to change his middle school’s dress code while at the same time struggling to find the best way to come out as transgender. This LGBTQ novel reinforces the importance of accepting and treating all with fairness and compassion. Includes About
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Lexile

710L

Publication

Sourcebooks Young Readers (2017), 272 pages

Description

Juvenile Fiction. Juvenile Literature. LGBTQIA+ (Fiction.) HTML: A touching, humorous story of strong-willed eleven-year-old Liv, who is determined to challenge his school's terrible dress code and change his life. Inspire empathy and compassion (and a few laughs!) in young readers with this stunning middle-grade novel. "My name is Liv (Not Olivia)... I'm not technically a girl. I'm transgender. Which is a bit like being a Transformer. Only not quite as cool because I probably won't get to save the world one day." Liv knows he was always meant to be a boy, but with his new school's terrible dress code, he can't even wear pants. Only skirts. Operation: Pants Project begins! The only way for Liv to get what he wants is to go after it himself. But to Liv, this isn't just a mission to change the policy�??it's a mission to change his life. And that's a pretty big deal.Perfect for parents, educators, and librarians looking for a book for young readers that: Has a transgender main character with a humorous voice Is a hopeful, sweet story with a happily-ever-after ending Will prompt discussions on gender identity, bullying, self-esteem, empathy, acceptance, and social justiceA 2018 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People selection Amelia Bloomer Project nominee A 2020 Pacific Northwest Young Readers Choice Awards nomin… (more)

Language

Original language

English

Original publication date

2017-03-07

ISBN

1492638099 / 9781492638094

UPC

760789259555

DDC/MDS

823.92
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