Description: Rissy No Kissies by Katey Howes, Jess Engle A lovebird who doesnt like kisses shows everyone how to respect body autonomy FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A lovebird who doesnt like kisses?! Rissys friends and family wonder if shes sick, confused, or rude. But kisses make Rissy uncomfortable. Can one little lovebird show everyone that theres no one right way to show you care? Rissy No Kissies carries the message that "your body and your heart are yours, and you choose how to share." A note at the end provides further information for kids, parents, and educators about body autonomy, consent, and different ways to show affection. "This is an artistic gem for consent discussions, sensory-processing contexts, and anyone who champions childrens agency and bodily autonomy. Radiant."—starred, Kirkus Reviews Author Biography Katey Howes loved writing books for children. She was the author of the picture books Magnolia Mudd and the Super Jumptastic Launcher Deluxe, Grandmother Thorn, Be a Maker, and Rissy No Kissies which was named a Kirkus Best Childrens Book, a Rise: A Feminist Book Project List book, and a Keystone to Reading Book Award Nominee. Jess Engle works in a studio in Austin, Texas and creates beautiful work that makes people feel extraordinary. Her art can be found in a number of retailers, including Crate & Barrel and West Elm, and on Instagram @studioxjess. Review "[A] refrain (No kissies!) and soft watercolor art by Engle reinforce the message that speaking up for ones bodily agency should always be embraced."—starred, Publishers Weekly Review Quote "Rissy is a lovebird hatchling, with one unusual quirk: she doesnt like kisses! One by one, her family and friends learn this the hard way, as they attempt to show affection, tuck her into the nest, or soothe her boo-boos. Each time, Rissy responds with the same emphatic squeak: No kissies! The other birds wonder if Rissy is sick or confused or just mean and rude, but when she despairs that shell never belong, her mother assures her that she is still a true lovebird and that how she chooses to receive or show affection is entirely her choice. Its a purposeful story, but Howes sing-song, rhyming text, coupled with Engles charming characters and gentle watercolors, makes it an easy means of conveying big concepts--body autonomy, boundaries, consent--to the littlest readers. Back matter includes a note to kids, sharing small lessons on establishing boundaries and respecting others, as well as a note to caregivers, which defines key terms and explains the importance of beginning this kind of education early. A cute conversation-starter."--Booklist Feature Catchy, rhyming text and colorful watercolor illustrations teach young readers how to advocate for themselves Approaches the concept of body autonomy and consent in an engaging, safe way Author Katey Howes draws on personal experience and knowledge about sensory processing issues and consent The book is both a mirror for children who dont like certain types of affection and a window for children who will learn from the book how to respect the boundaries of their peers Description for Press or Other Media Digital Press Kit, Featured in eNewsletter, National Advertising, National Author Appearances, National Publicity Campaign, National Review Attention, Promotional Materials, Special Publicity Mailing to Childrens Media Outlets Details ISBN1541597982 Author Jess Engle Pages 32 Publisher Lerner Publishing Group Language English Year 2021 Illustrator Jess Engle ISBN-10 1541597982 ISBN-13 9781541597983 Format Hardcover Place of Publication Minneapolis Country of Publication United States Illustrations Illustrations, color Publication Date 2021-03-02 AU Release Date 2021-03-02 NZ Release Date 2021-03-02 US Release Date 2021-03-02 UK Release Date 2021-03-02 Audience Age 4-9 Audience Children / Juvenile Imprint Lerner Publishing Group Alternative 9781728417394 DEWEY [E] We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131329148;
Price: 32.95 AUD
Location: Melbourne
End Time: 2025-01-15T03:40:16.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 AUD
Product Images
Item Specifics
Restocking fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
ISBN-13: 9781541597983
Type: NA
Publication Name: NA
Book Title: Rissy No Kissies
Item Height: 254mm
Item Width: 249mm
Illustrator: Jess Engle
Author: Katey Howes
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Topic: Children & Young Adults, Birds
Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group
Publication Year: 2021
Genre: Children & Young Adults
Item Weight: 390g
Number of Pages: 32 Pages