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''Introducing Teddy'' is an accessible and heart-warming story about being true to yourself and being a good friend, while helping younger readers understand more about gender identity.
Errol and his teddy, Thomas, are best friends who do everything together. Whether it's riding a bike, playing in the tree house, or having a tea party, every day holds something fun to do together.
But when Thomas feels sad one morning - and not even the swings cheer him up - Errol is worried. Thomas has a secret to share, and its something that is difficult to say out loud.
Thomas finally tells Errol: 'In my heart, I've always known that I'm a girl Teddy, not a boy Teddy. I wish my name was Tilly.' to which Errol replies, 'I don't care if you're a girl teddy or a boy teddy! What matters is that you are my friend.'
Then join Errol, Tilly and their friend Ava as they continue to have fun as best friends...
Jessica Walton, who lives with her wife, son and cats in Melbourne was inspired to write ''Introducing Teddy'' after her father transitioned into the woman she had always been on the inside, and Jess wanted to find a way to tell that story to her young son. Illustrator Dougal MacPherson lives with his wife, son, daughter and a cat called Monster, in Australia.
Suitable for children 3 years and older
Paperback (large format 25cm x 25cm), 32 Pages, Published May 2016
Written by: Jessica Walton Illustrated by: Dougal MacPherson