Harrison Dwight, Ballerina and Knight. This item is unavailable.Harrison Dwight, Ballerina and Knight

A charming, rhyming picture book with an empowering message that challenges stereotypes from writer Rachael MacFarlane and illustrator Spencer Laudiero

I heard someone once say
That boys shouldn't cry.
But boys feel things too,
It’s okay, and here’s why!

Equal parts humor and heart, Harrison Dwight, Ballerina and Knight follows a young boy as he cycles through various feelings he experiences in every day life. Harrison feels happiness, sadness, pride, fear, joy, anger, and courage―all while playing and imagining without limitation! With Harrison Dwight, boys everywhere will feel empowered to play in whatever way they choose and learn that it’s always okay to express what you’re feeling inside!

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"Buoyant and inclusive... MacFarlane’s message is loud and clear." ―Publishers Weekly


Praise for Eleanor Wyatt, Princess and Pirate

"Eleanor Wyatt demonstrates that a girl doesn't have to limit herself to one identity... May resonate with children who don't self-identify according to societal expectations." ―Kirkus Reviews

"In this playful book that gently breaks down gender expectations, readers will find plenty of empowering messages encouraging creativity, individuality, and freewheeling fun." ―Booklist

Illustrator Spencer Laudiero is a graduate of the University of the Arts in Philadelphia and works in the animation industry. As a TV animation director, he has worked on such shows as Comedy Central's Brickleberry, Disney's Sheriff Callie, and Fox's Family Guy.

When he is not drawing and directing, Spencer spends his time with his two daughters and wife, Rachael. Eleanor Wyatt, Princess and Pirate is his debut picture book.