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DEAR GIRL

Name: DEAR GIRL
Author: Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Paris Rosenthal

Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Paris Rosenthal

Letters of affirmation and encouragement for little girls. (Ages 4 to 8)

Ages 3+Source checked

Why this age? Simple picture-book language and warm, reassuring themes make it suitable for preschoolers, with messages about confidence and growing up that adults can discuss further. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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At a glance

Recommended age3+

Strongest cautions

Frightening scenes1/5

Strongest positives

Positive messages5/5
Courage & resilience4/5
Good role models4/5

What’s in it?

Frightening scenes1/5

Why this rating?

There is nothing scary.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5

Why this rating?

Encourages the courage to be oneself and follow one's dreams.

Creativity & curiosity3/5

Why this rating?

Encourages imagination and independent thinking.

Diverse representation1/5

Why this rating?

The illustrations show a diverse range of girls.

Educational value1/5

Why this rating?

Supports emotional intelligence and social-emotional learning.

Kindness & empathy4/5

Why this rating?

Kindness to self and others is a core theme.

Positive messages5/5

Why this rating?

Strong positive messages about self-worth, authenticity, and kindness.

Good role models4/5

Why this rating?

The book serves as a positive guide for children to embrace their best selves.

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Conversation starters based on this title’s published content notes.

What message do you think the story most wants you to remember?
Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
Which choice in DEAR GIRL would you have made differently, and why?
Who changed the most in DEAR GIRL, and what caused that change?

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