Poppy's Question
$28.24
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
25 August 2026
Summary
A simple spelling lesson leads to a life-changing moment for Poppy in this sweet picture book that normalizes queerness and finding one’s voice.
Every morning, Poppy wakes up eager to go to school. It’s where she plays house, colors with her class, and learns from her teacher, Ms. Merriwick. Best of all, it’s where Poppy sees Ava, who has big, bouncy curls and pencils to share. But when one spelling lesson about words beginning with the letter Q leaves Poppy confused and disappointed,…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781643750965 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1643750968 |
| Author: | Nicole Melleby, Forrest Burdett |
| Publisher: | Workman Publishing |
| Imprint: | Algonquin Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 25 August 2026 |
| Weight: | 422g |
| Dimensions: | 296mm x 229mm |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
Praise for Poppy’s Question
“An uplifting model of communication and kindness that reinforces the importance of sharing your feelings with those you trust … bold, textured background colors are dynamic and almost magical. Direct, clear language will help guide conversations in an age-appropriate, understandable way…. Don’t skip this heartwarming tale of queer representation and acceptance.”
–Kirkus Reviews“This celebration of queerness is entirely kid-authenticin its focus on the classroom…. A valuable resource in an SEL setting to … embrace other people’s experiences with intention and compassion.”
–BCCB“Young readers will enjoy the energetic, rainbow-hued illustrations and experiencing a day in the life of a busy kindergartner.”–Booklist“The artwork is gorgeous … A must-purchase for elementary collections where short and simple age-relevant stories about gender are needed.”–School Library JournalAbout The Author
Nicole Melleby
Nicole Melleby, a New Jersey native, is the author of highly praised middle-grade books, including the Lambda Literary finalist Hurricane Season, ALA Notable book How to Become a Planet, Camp QUILTBAG (co-written with A. J. Sass), and The House on Sunrise Lagoon series. She’s also the author of Sunny and Oswaldo, her debut picture book. She lives with her wife and their cats, whose need for attention oddly aligns with Nicole’s writing schedule.
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