Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match

Reach for this book when your child starts questioning why they do not fit into a single box or feels pressured by peers to be more predictable. Whether it is their mixed heritage, their eclectic fashion sense, or their wide range of interests, Marisol McDonald is the perfect companion for any child navigating the complexities of identity. This vibrant, bilingual story follows a girl of Peruvian and Scottish descent who loves mismatched clothes and peanut butter and jelly burritos. When she tries to conform to please others, she loses her spark, ultimately learning that her unique combination of traits is her greatest strength. It is a joyful, affirming choice for children aged 4 to 8 that celebrates nonconformity and the beauty of a multiracial background. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's internal sense of self over external expectations.