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Jamie Is Jamie: A Book About Being Yourself and Playing Your Way Hardcover – Picture Book, May 1, 2018

by Afsaneh Moradian (Author), Maria Bogade (Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 115 ratings
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When free-spirited Jamie arrives at a new preschool, all the children learn that gender expression doesn't determine which toys to play with.

There are so many fun things to play with at Jamie’s new preschool—baby dolls to care for, toy cars to drive—and Jamie wants to play with them all! But the other children are confused by Jamie’s gender expression . . . is Jamie a boy or a girl? Some toys are just for girls and others are just for boys, aren’t they? Not according to Jamie!
 
Join Jamie’s new friends as they learn the importance of cooperation, creativity, and empathy. Jamie Is Jamie is a great way to start a conversation with children about gender expression by:
  • challenging gender stereotypes
  • showing readers that playing is fundamental to learning
  • reinforcing the idea that all children need the freedom to play unencumbered

A special section for teachers, parents, and caregivers provides tips on how to make children’s playtime learning time.

Don’t miss out on more of Jamie’s adventures in Jamie and Bubbie, available now!

The Jamie Is Jamie Series
The Jamie Is Jamie series invites young children to join Jamie as they build confidence through imaginative free play, break down gender stereotypes, respect pronouns and gender identity, and learn self-advocacy skills. Each book includes a section for adults to help them reinforce the books' messages.
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 8 years
  2. Part of series
    The Jamie Is Jamie
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  6. Lexile measure
    600L
  7. Dimensions
    8 x 0.31 x 8 inches
  8. Publisher
    Free Spirit Publishing
  9. Publication date
    May 1, 2018
  10. ISBN-10
    1631981390
  11. ISBN-13
    978-1631981395
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The Jamie Is Jamie Series

The Jamie Is Jamie series invites young children to join Jamie as they build confidence through imaginative free play, break down gender stereotypes, respect pronouns and gender identity, and learn self-advocacy skills. Each book includes a section for adults to help them reinforce the books' messages.

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Jamie is Jamie Series

Jamie is Jamie Series

Jamie is Jamie Series

Jamie is Jamie Series

Dives into the often misunderstood, evolving topic of gender identity and stereotypes in an accessible way.

Provides an example of what it means to be true to yourself while being a caring friend to others.

Includes a special section for adults to help them reinforce the books’ messages.

Helps children feel confident communicating their needs.

Jamie is Jamie Series
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“Thoroughly kid friendly. Unreservedly recommended.” ― Children’s Bookwatch

“Jamie’s willingness to dance ballet, rock a baby, fix cars, and fight villains carefully breaks down gender stereotypes in toys and role play in an accessible way for children and adults alike.” ― Foreword Reviews

About the Author

Afsaneh Moradian has loved writing stories, poetry, and plays since childhood.

After receiving her master's in education, she took her love of writing into the classroom where she began teaching children how to channel their creativity. Her passion for teaching has lasted for over fifteen years.

Afsaneh now guides students and teachers (and her young child) in the art of writing. She is also a vocal advocate for diversity and representation in children's books.

Afsaneh lives in New York City and Oaxaca, Mexico.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Free Spirit Publishing; First Edition (May 1, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1631981390
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1631981395
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 600L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.31 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 115 ratings

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Afsaneh has loved writing stories, poetry, and plays since childhood. After receiving her master’s in education, she took her love of writing into the classroom where she began teaching children how to channel their creativity. Her passion for teaching has lasted for over fifteen years. Afsaneh now guides students and teachers (and her young daughter) in the art of writing. She lives in New York City and Oaxaca, Mexico.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
115 global ratings
Bright, cheery illustrations with an important message
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Bright, cheery illustrations with an important message
Jamie is Jamie is a simple children’s book reminding everyone that gender stereotypes are unnecessary. Anyone can fix cars, dance, parent, etc. The book is short and clear on this message, which makes it an easy read to share with kids and encourage them to explore whatever interests them. I would recommend this book to anyone with young kids.
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Courtney
5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2023
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Great book to teach children about gender stereotypes especially when it comes to children, interests, and toy. I like the discussion questions at the end of the book.
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ChaiShoppe
5.0 out of 5 stars Helps counteract culture of rigid gender roles
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2019
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One thing that irks me about the culture in the U.S. is the obsession to fanatically designate the colour pink for girls and blue for boys - starting from before birth if not within seconds of a baby's birth. It's almost sacrilegious to do otherwise.
I don't understand it.
In that vein this book subtly breaks the concept of rigid gender roles in the specific context of how little kids play.
E.g. girls can play with trains as well as dolls and boys with kitchen sets and so on.
The concept of course goes beyond toys and it's a good way to start opening up a child's mind when they may be getting different cues from school/peers.
It also leaves the main character Jamie with ambiguous or unknown gender - i.e. signaling that Jamie's gender is not important more than her/his character.
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Nicky
5.0 out of 5 stars Very subtle approach to gender, applicable to kids who just want to play
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2019
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I bought this book for a four year old boy who has a conservative family and pre-school environment. I found this book was a really good way to talk about gender with the kiddo and the family in a really non-intrusive way - esp for people who don't have a lot of vocab and education on the topic. At the end of the day, it's just a book about kids who like to play.

Also used it as an example for the boy who likes purple but thinks its a girl color :)
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Michelle Yang
5.0 out of 5 stars Kiddo Approved! Encourages kids to pursue interests without gender boundaries.
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2019
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My kiddo loves this book! As a child who loves superheroes and sparkles, pink boots and dinosaurs, my kid has been getting more and more questions on the playground. This was one of the books recommended by our local librarian and he loved it so much we purchased our own copy. I know it's been incredibly validating for my child to see that anyone can play with anything without being defined by gender roles. Boys and girls can play with whatever they want!
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Travelin' Mamma
5.0 out of 5 stars Kids act like kids most of the time ...
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2019
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and like stereotypical "boys" or "girls" only some of the time. Any girl who was told she was a "tomboy" instead of just doing what girls do; any boy who was shamed or told they are not allowed to play with that toys because it is for girls; and any nonbinary or trans child who has been asked if they are boy or a girl until they cried will appreciate this book! Well done! My child and I adore this book!
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ninly
5.0 out of 5 stars Jamie's engagement is inspiring
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2018
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This is a wonderful celebration of diversity in human interests and aptitudes. I love how Jamie not only seeks out and enjoys and learns from a variety of different (and often gender-coded) activities, but also how Jamie's jovial engagement with them all has an expansive and encouraging impact on the other children in the story. It's inspiring, and reminds us that our outlook really has an impact on others. On top of all this, my early-elementary aged kids have really enjoyed having the book!
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Bryce Kearney
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book!
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2020
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Absolutely love this book! We got it for my 2 and 4 year old to start learning about gender fluidity. The first time we read it my 4 year old said - “wait, is Jaimie a boy or a Girl?”. It started a conversation that continues after months. We love it!
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Erik S Helgen
5.0 out of 5 stars mother of two and teacher of many
Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2018
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The message in this simple, sweet story is important for children AND for adults. It's easy to categorize children, and to inadvertently confine their potential to the heavily-marketed concept of what girls' and boys' play should be. Playing is learning, and through play children develop their identities and perceptions of the world. Plus, each page of this book makes me want to be a kid at play again. Joyful!
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Sean
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for young readers
Reviewed in Canada on December 20, 2020
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