Gino, A. (2015). George. New York: Scholastic Press.
George is a little boy who thinks inside he is truly a girl. His family and friends are very suspicious and think that he is gay. He continues to tell them that he is not gay, but that he is a girl. His best friend, Kelly, accepts him for who he is. The school play for the year is Charlotte's Web and George wants to play the part of Charlotte. Kelly practices with him for the part and he tries out. His teacher will not let him get the part because he is a boy. Kelly and George come up with a plan to switch places during the play so that George can play Charlotte. His mother and teacher recognize him, but the audience raves over the great job that "she" has done. Kelly's uncle takes them to the next town to go shopping. Kelly helps George pick out clothes to dress as a girl and his uncle has no clue. George is a perfect example for kids these days who do not need to be ashamed of who they are, but rather accepted for how they are inside.
This book was written by a parent of a trans kid. It was written to help other kids who are dealing with the similar issues and feelings. It is easy to read, not too long, and separated into short chapters. A lesson to be learned is to be true to yourself, no matter what others may think or say. A follow up reading to George would be Gracefully Grayson by Ami Polonsky. I believe that this book could be recommended to middle/junior high students who are experiencing the same feelings as George.
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