Call Me Max
Call Me Max by Kyle Lukoff is an illustrated book published by Reycraft Books in 2019, featuring 32 pages in English. This story follows Max as he begins school and navigates the complexities of identity, expressing his desire to be called by a boy’s name. The narrative unfolds with warmth and sensitivity, providing an accessible introduction to transgender experiences for young readers.
In this book, readers will find Max’s journey of self-discovery as he makes new friends and shares his feelings about his identity with his parents. The themes of friendship and emotions are central to the story, making it a thoughtful exploration of social themes relevant to children. Call Me Max serves as a gentle guide for understanding LGBTQ+ topics within a school setting, encouraging discussions about identity and acceptance.
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When Max starts school, the teacher hesitates to call out the name on the attendance sheet. Something doesn’t seem to fit. Max lets he know the name he wants to be called byf,,”f,,ef,,”a boy’s name. This begins Max’s journey as he makes new friends and reveals his feelings about his identity to his parents. Written with warmth and sensitivity by trans writer Kyle Lukoff, this book is a sweet and age-appropriate introduction to what it means to be transgender.
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