3+years
So Devin Wore a Skirt
Author: Shireen LaljiIllustrator: Lucy FlemingIn this joyful and empowering picture book about self-expression and family acceptance, a young Indian boy named Devin is getting ready for his Nanabapa’s birthday, but he has nothing to wear! When he tries on his sister’s skirt, everything feels just right. Unsure how his family will react, he hides it under a ninja costume… until the music takes over. It's a vibrantly illustrated, heartwarming story about a courageous boy, which celebrates living boldly and being unapologetically yourself.
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- South Asian representation
- Mixed-heritage representation
- Diverse cast
- Challenges gender stereotypes