With 160 girls represented throughout the illustrations, this stunning book celebrates girls in all their strength, personality, interests and uniqueness. It encourages readers to embrace who they are, dream big and appreciate both the beauty of nature and the small moments in everyday life. Themes of kindness, confidence, acceptance and self-belief are woven naturally throughout the story, making it a meaningful read for children and adults alike.
The book also opens the door for thoughtful discussions about belonging, relationships, emotions and the many ways children experience the world around them. Readers will find connections to their own lives through the familiar moments, varied interests and everyday experiences shared throughout the text and illustrations.
In the classroom, ‘Girls Like’ offers many opportunities for rich learning experiences. It is a springboard for exploring identity, personal interests, daily events and repeated vocabulary patterns to inspire students’ own writing. The repetitive structure also supports language development and encourages young writers to experiment with rhythm and sentence patterns in their own texts. The captivating front cover and endpapers inspire exploration of colours and the creation of artworks.
Joyful, engaging and meaningful, ‘Girls Like’ is a book that will resonate with readers and spark important conversations in both homes and classrooms. Congratulations to Katrina and Deb on creating such a thoughtful and empowering book.
Title: Girls Like
Author: Katrina Germein
Illustrator: Deb Hudson
Publisher: MidnightSun Publishing
Publication Date: May 2026
Format: Hard cover
ISBN:9781922858726
For ages: 3+
Type: Picture Book