Negley, Keith

This book was inspired by Mary Edwards Walker, a real-life doctor from the 19th century. She insisted on wearing pants and was arrested many times for doing so.

"Once upon a time (but not too long ago), girls only wore dresses. And only boys wore pants. Until one day, a young girl named Mary had a bold idea: She would wear whatever she wanted. And she wanted to wear pants! Inspired by the true story of Mary Edwards Walker, a trailblazing doctor who was arrested many times for wearing pants, this . . . picture book encourages readers to think for themselves while gently challenging gender and societal norms"--OCLC.

A young boy tries to imagine his dad as the cool guy who once played in a band, rode a motorcycle, and got tattoos before he became a father.

Explains through simple text and colorful illustrations that tough guys have the same feelings as you and I.