I Just Like to Have Fun!

By Paula D Golden

I JUST LIKE TO HAVE FUN is a 243-word picture book for readers ages three through eight years old. Easy to read or recite, the rhyming text is an energetic and whimsical display of play that subtly addresses preconceived gender roles with fun-filled and often daring experiences using the voice of imagination from a child's perspective. Incorporating illustrations of ethnically diverse children with each page turn, this book targets a broad audience. The content encourages all children to enjoy a variety of different, interesting activities just because they're fun to do. My book invites a dialogue on the topic of gender stereotypes that are prevalent.

Duel with a sword ... dunk a basketball... and master chess I JUST LIKE TO HAVE FUN uses words and images to replace gender stereotypes with universal fun Join the exploration of play and welcome infinite possibilities.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1886730148
• ISBN13: 9781886730144
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Readndream.com
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 3 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3