This transgender story illustrates the life of a young prince who struggles growing up, feeling that he is living a lie and can not eventually rule the kingdom. He runs away to find his grandmother's spirit that allows him to magically transform into a princess. She returns home to be accepted by her parents and continues to rule the kingdom marvelously.
'The Royal Heart' is a timeless story that's not meant only for transgendered children but rather teaches courage, acceptance and love to all kids. While there is a growing movement toward modern gender-neutral stories and toys for children -- the author wanted to write this in a traditional format, using words like "thy" and "shall."
Written by actor and author Henry McGoon and illustrated by freelance Disney artist J. Orr, the transgender story is a masterpiece. Though it has concepts that may be seen as revolutionary by some, the children's fairy tale has the potential to be a bedtime classic.
Transgender Fairy Tales
This Transgender Story Introduces Modern Concepts in a Traditional Format
Trend Themes
1. Transgender Fairy Tales - Creating inclusive and diverse storytelling for children by introducing transgender characters in traditional formats.
2. Gender-neutral Stories - Addressing the growing movement towards gender neutrality in children's literature and media.
3. Inclusive Toy Industry - Creating opportunities for the development of inclusive and diverse toys that reflect the experiences of transgender children.
Industry Implications
1. Children's Literature - Opportunity for authors and publishers to create and promote transgender stories in children's literature.
2. Media and Entertainment - Creating inclusive and diverse content that represents transgender people in a positive and authentic way.
3. Toy Manufacturing - Opportunity to develop and produce toys that are inclusive and representative of all genders and gender identities.