![]() ![]() The story shows how different cultures see gender and even some of Penelope’s own family have a different understanding of the transgender community based on their culture which is a great example of how there is no one right way to see people. This is especially important when kids as young as Penelope are being told the story, it gives them a feeling they can understand even if the experience isn’t the same. Patterson uses great language to help describe how Penelope is feeling on the inside in a way kids can understand when they have no broader context or understanding for their own feelings and don’t know the right words. The story is a great example of how kids use their behaviour to be seen and heard by their family when they feel invisible and Patterson captures Penelope’s frustration as well as his love for his family well. The story is based on the true story of Patterson’s own son and is a wonderful tale of acceptance and family. Patterson has written a great story about a young boy called Penelope who tries to tell his family that despite looking like a girl, he feels like a boy on the inside. Penelope’s experiences show children that it always makes you stronger when you are true to yourself and who you really are. The Bold World, Patterson shares her son Penelope’s frustrations and triumphs on his journey to share himself with the world. In this exuberant companion to Jodie Patterson’s adult memoir, ![]() (And a ninja.) The problem is getting everyone else to realize it. ![]()
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