Jacob’s School Play: Starring He, She, and They by Ian and Sarah Hoffman and by Chris Case - ADVISABLE

Jacob’s School Play: Starring He, She, and They by Ian and Sarah Hoffman, illustrated by Chris Case. PICTURE BOOK. Magination Press, 2021. $17. 9781433836770 

BUYING ADVISORY: EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE 

AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE 

As Jacob and his classmates get ready for their school play, Ari, who is playing water, informs the others that Ari’s pronouns are they/their. When Jacob looks confused, Ms. Reeves, the teacher, talks to Jacob about how pronouns reflect how a person feels on the inside. As the play goes on Jacob recognizes the “they” in Ari. 

The Hoffman’s gentle look at a classmate choosing to use “they” pronouns is relatable for any age. 

 Cindy, Library Teacher, MLS