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Still My Tessa

By Sylv Chiang, Illustrated By Mathias Ball
Categories: Picture Book
Power of Story: Read with Pride
Hardcover  
ISBN: 9781443196239 Pages: 32 Ages: 3-8 Dimensions: 9.75" x 9.75"
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About this book

A gently affirming story of the connection between siblings.

Evelyn is worried about Tessa. Tessa doesn’t want to play the same games they used to play together, but Evelyn is determined to find new ways to connect with her older sibling. And she is also learning to see Tessa as non-binary and using new pronouns for them. Evelyn learns quickly that it isn't hard. and helps others see that too.

Through the course of this heartfelt story, Evelyn reaffirms her connection to her sibling and shows those around them how to make the effort to support Tessa — with love.

Back matter includes information on gender and ways to be a kind and effective ally.

Awards

Award Winner, CBC Kids Reads 2024
Nominated, OLA Blue Spruce Award 2025

Extras

Still My Tessa: Colouring Sheet
Still My Tessa: Allyship Poster

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