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11/12/2157Beyond Magenta MCSD, PSHG Listhttps://www.candlewick.com/book_files/0763656119.chp.2.pdfyhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/353057099906284/permalink/356084776270183/MCSD add
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11/12/21223Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress. Christine Baldacchino. (Pre-K – 2) Morris loves wearing the tangerine dress in the dress-up center, but the others don’t understand. When Morris feels all alone and sick from their taunts, he stays home. With help from his mom and his imagination, he returns to school and begins to connect with others. MITL Indiana (Original), HRC WS Picture,y
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11/12/21142.2Heart stopper, volume three by Alice OsemanOseman, Alice"Charlie didn't think Nick could ever like him back, but now they're officially boyfriends. Nick has even found the courage to come out to his mom. But coming out isn't something that happens just once, and Nick and Charlie try to figure out when to tell their friends that they're dating. Not being out to their classmates gets even harder during a school trip to Paris. As Nick and Charlie's feelings get more serious, they'll need each other more than ever."yy
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11/12/21394The 57 BusCanyons"If it weren't for the 57 bus, Sasha and Richard never would have met. Both were high school students from Oakland, California, one of the most diverse cities in the country, but they inhabited different worlds. Sasha, a white teen, lived in the middle-class foothills and attended a small private school. Richard, a black teen, lived in the crime-plagued flatlands and attended a large public one. Each day, their paths overlapped for a mere eight minutes"yy
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11/13/21142.1Heart stopper, volume two by Alice OsemanOseman, Alice"Nick and Charlie are best friends, but one kiss has changed everything. In the aftermath, Charlie is sure that Nick isn't interested, but Nick is more confused than ever. Love works in surprising ways, and Nick comes to see the world from a new perspective. He discovers all sorts of things about his friends, his family... and himself"-yy
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11/12/21159I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter"Perfect Mexican daughters do not go away to college. And they do not move out of their parents' house after high school graduation. Perfect Mexican daughters never abandon their family. But Julia is not your perfect Mexican daughter. That was Olga's role. Then a tragic accident on the busiest street in Chicago leaves Olga dead and Julia left behind to reassemble the shattered pieces of her family. And no one seems to acknowledge that Julia is broken, too. Instead, her mother seems to channel her grief into pointing out every possible way Julia has failed"yyy
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11/12/2193Dear Martin by Nic StoneStone, Nic"Writing letters to the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., seventeen-year-old college-bound Justyce McAllister struggles to face the reality of race relations today and how they are shaping him"y
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11/12/2112A is for Activist by Innosanto Nagara1-3 years NLTEA is for Activist is an ABC board book written and illustrated for the next generation of progressives: families who want their kids to grow up in a space that is unapologetic about activism, environmental justice, civil rights, LGBTQ rights, and everything else that activists believe in and fight for.y
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11/12/21438Woke Baby by Browne and Taylor1-3 years NLTEWoke babies are up early. Woke babies raise their fists in the air. Woke babies cry out for justice. Woke babies grow up to change the world.y
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11/12/2181Chocolate Me by Taye DiggsDiggs, Taye2-6 years NLTEA timely book about how it feels to be teased and taunted, and how each of us is sweet and lovely and delicious on the inside, no matter how we look. The boy is teased for looking different than the other kids. His skin is darker, his hair curlier. He tells his mother he wishes he could be more like everyone else. And she helps him to see how beautiful he really, truly is. For years before they both achieved acclaim in their respective professions, good friends Taye Diggs and Shane W. Evans wanted to collaborate on Chocolate Me!, a book based on experiences of being African American, feeling different and trying to fit in as kids. Now, both men are fathers and see more than ever the need for a picture book that encourages all people, especially kids, to love themselves.y
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11/12/21151How do You make a Baby by Anna FiskeFiske, Anna4-10 yr olds NLTEhttps://www.massresistance.org/docs/gen4/21d/WY-MR-Library-Books-more/4-How-Do-You-Make-a-Baby.htmly
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11/12/2113A Kids Book About Racism by Jelani MemoryMemory, Jelani5-9 years NLTEA clear explanation of what racism is and how to know when you see it. Yes, this really is a kids book about racism. Inside, you’ll find a clear description of what racism is, how it makes people feel when they experience it, and how to spot it when it happens. This is one conversation that’s never too early to start, and this book was written to be an introduction for kids on the topic. Jelani Memory is an African American entrepreneur, thinker, and constant learner. He lives in Portland OR, with his wife and six kids. He still wants to be an artist when he grows up.y
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11/12/21286Sex is a Funny Word by Corey Silverberg8-11 yr olds NLTEhttps://www.massresistance.org/docs/gen4/21d/WY-MR-Library-Books-more/2-Sex-is-a-Funny-Word.htmlyy
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11/12/21188Jane against the world by Karen BlumenthalAbortionThe issue is not whether we do or don't have abortions. The issue is where.
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11/12/21349The Invisible Life of Addie LaRueAdult book: "Making a Faustian bargain to live forever but never be remembered, a woman from early eighteenth-century France endures unacknowledged centuries before meeting a man who remembers her name"Faustian story, graphic adult sexyhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/353057099906284/permalink/358385359373458/yy
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11/12/2115A People's History of the United States by Howard ZinnZinn, Howardanti-police
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11/12/21153Howard Zinn - Books are mostly Anti-policeZinn, Howardanti-police
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11/12/21174Indoctrinating Our Youth: How a U.S. Public School Curriculum Skews the Arab-Israeli Conflict and Islam by Steven Stoskyanti-police
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11/12/21163I'll be the One by Lyla Lee Lee, LylaBisexualParents need to know that I'll Be the One, by Lyla Lee, is a coming-of-age romance narrated by the main character, a Korean American teen girl who enters a reality-show K-pop competition. Skye Shin is a bisexual, fat (as she calls herself) teen who dreams of K-pop stardom. Even though she loves herself as she is, she still struggles against harsh criticism from her mom, who's ashamed of Skye's appearance, and the entertainment industry's view of beauty. The story is aimed at teens, but the content isn't too intense or steamy for middle-school readers. The romance aspect is tame and only shows some kissing. The strong language is infrequent and is limited to "crap," "God," and "Jesus." The passages depicting the critical and emotionally abusive comments Skye endures from her mom might be upsetting for some readers. Body positivity and positive portrayals of LGBTQ teens figure heavily into the story. The book offers lots of discussion opportunities about beauty standards, sexual orientation, and cultural differences between immigrant parents and their children.
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11/12/2184Class Act by Jerry CraftWillow Springs Elementary (Canyons)CRT?"Eighth grader Drew Ellis recognizes that he is't afforded the same opportunities, no matter how hard he works, that his privileged classmates at the Riverdale Academy Day School take for granted, and to make matters worse, Drew begins to feel as if his good friend Liam might be one of those privileged kids and is finding it hard not to withdraw, even as their mutual friend Jordan tries to keep their group of friends together"yy
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11/12/21250Out of Darkness by Ashley Hope PerezAshley Hope PerezEBSCOhttps://www.dailywire.com/news/texas-school-district-apologizes-to-parents-after-children-assigned-books-with-graphic-sex-scenes?inf_contact_key=287bbd6958668e34cd6d6d0e776e384d16358d5485884e2f31e6019a0d26c8b0
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11/12/21225My Friend Dahmer by Derf BackderfEBSCO, Graphic Novelhttps://www.dailywire.com/news/texas-school-district-apologizes-to-parents-after-children-assigned-books-with-graphic-sex-scenes?inf_contact_key=287bbd6958668e34cd6d6d0e776e384d16358d5485884e2f31e6019a0d26c8b0
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11/12/21277xRiding Freedom. Pam Muñoz Ryan. (4 – 6) A fictionalized account of the true story of Charley (Charlotte) Parkhurst who ran away from an orphanage, lived as a boy, moved to California, drove stagecoaches and continued to live as a man. Also available in Spanish.Pam Muños RyanHRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21280xRoller Girl. Victoria Jamieson. (4 – 7) An inspiring coming-of-age story about friendship, perseverance, and girl power! And so, begins the most difficult summer of Astrid's life as she struggles to keep up with the older girls at camp, hang on to the friend she feels slipping away, and cautiously embark on a new friendship. Graphic novel.Victoria JamiesonHRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/2124Amy Eleanor Heart3rd-7thHRC WS Middle SchoolAn anthology of 12 stories for transgender children, all written & illustrated by trans women and non-binary creatives. Our stories explore a variety of wonderous worlds, but one goal connects them all: to cast a protection spell of hope and strength for transgender and non-binary kids everywhere.y
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11/12/2125Ana on the Edge by A.J. Sass. Sass, A.J.3rd-7thHRC WS Middle SchoolAna-Marie Jin, the reigning US Juvenile figure skating champion, is not a frilly dress kind of kid. So, when Ana learns that next season's program will be princess themed, doubt forms fast. Once Ana meets Hayden, a transgender boy new to the rink, thoughts about the princess program and gender identity begin to take center stage.y
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11/12/2158Birdie and Me. by J.M.M. Nuanez. Nuanez, JMM5th-8thHRC WS Middle SchoolA girl named Jack and her gender creative little brother, Birdie, search for the place where they can be their true and best selves. After their mama dies, they find themselves without a place to call home. When Mama's two brothers each try to provide one--first sweet Uncle Carl, then gruff Uncle Patrick--the results are funny, tender, and tragic and also somehow…spectaculary
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11/12/2176Cattywampus. by Ash Van Otterloo. Van Otterloo, Ash 5-7HRC WS Middle SchoolThe magical story of a hex that goes haywire, and the power of friendship to set things right! If Delpha and Katy want to reverse the spell in time to save everyone in the Hollow from rampaging zombies, they'll need to mend fences and work together. One character has just found out she’s intersex and the other has two moms.y
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11/12/2198Dragon Pearl (Rick Riordan Presents). by Yoon Ha Lee. Lee, Yoon Ha3rd - 7thHRC WS Middle SchoolWhen Min’s brother disappears, she is determined to find him but meets gamblers, pirates, and vengeful ghosts. She has to use more fox-magic than ever before. This scifi adventure with the underpinnings of Korean mythology and non-binary and queer characters woven into the story, you will enter a world far beyond your imagination.y
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11/12/21109Felix Yz. by Lisa Bunker. Bunker, Lisa5 - 8HRC WS Middle SchoolWhen Felix Yz was three, he is accidentally fused with a fourth-dimensional being. Now he’s on the brink of a risky procedure that will free him. With an awkward crush on a boy at school, a gender fluid grandparent and a Bi mom, family, bullying and identity are woven into the story. Thirteen-year-old Felix Yz chronicles the final month before an experimental procedure meant to separate him from the fourth-dimensional creature, Zyx, with whom he was accidentally fused as a young child.yyy
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11/12/21119Freeing Finch. by Ginny Rorby. Rorby, Ginny5 - 9HRC WS Middle School
Finch knows she is a girl even though she was born into a boy’s body. She wants to start trusting the people in her life while remaining true to herself. Thankfully, she has Maddy, a neighbor and animal rescuer who accepts her for who she is.
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11/12/21140Hazel's Theory of Evolution. by Lisa Jenn Bigelow. Bigelow, Jenn5 - 7HRC WS Middle School"Hazel knows a lot about the world. That's because when she's not hanging with her best friend, taking care of her dog, or helping care for the goats on her family's farm, she loves reading through dusty encyclopedias. But even Hazel doesn't have answers for the questions awaiting her as she enters eighth grade. What if no one at her new school gets her, and she doesn't make any friends? What's going to happen to one of her moms, who's pregnant again after having two miscarriages? Why does everything have to change when life was already perfectly fine? As Hazel struggles to cope, she'll come to realize that sometimes you have to look within yourself--instead of the pages of a book--to find the answer to life's most important questions" As Hazel enters eight grade in a new school she wonders: Will she be teased again about her family’s goat farm? What’s going to happen to one of her moms, who’s pregnant again after having two miscarriages? She soon befriends Carina, a transgender girl and Yosh with a green Mohawk and uses a wheelchair who help her navigate all the changes. Winner of the Lambda Literary Award.yyy
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11/12/21206Lizard Radio. Pat Schmatz. (5 – 12) In a futuristic society, Kivali is a Bender - not quite boy or girl. Sent to CropCamp, a commune meant to steer teens toward a lifetime of good citizenship and “proper” gender roles, Kivali, called Lizard, wrestles with friendship, love, and the price of being true to oneself.HRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21214Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard: The Hammer of Thor. Rick Riordan. (4 – 8) Thor's hammer has fallen into enemy hands. Magnus teams up with Alex Fierro a gender fluid formerly homeless teen to retrieve the hammer quickly, so the mortal worlds will not be defenseless.HRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21245One Half from the East. Nadia Hashimi. (4 – 7) A coming-of-age journey set in modern-day Afghanistan that explores life as a bacha posh—a preteen girl dressed as a boy. What does it mean for a girl to suddenly be seen and treated as a boy? What happens when you are supposed to seen as a girl again?Nadia HashimiHRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21254Pepper's Rules for Secret Sleuthing. Briana McDonald. (3 – 5) Follow Pepper, an overzealous amateur sleuth as she investigates the death of Great Aunt Florence who passed away under mysterious circumstances. But, her dad insists there’s nothing to investigate. Together with a trans friend, she uncovers family secrets and the mystery of her developing feelings for girls.Briana McDonaldHRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21293Snapdragon. Kat Leyh. (4 – 6) Snap's town had a witch. At least, that’s how the rumor goes. But Snap thinks Jacks is kind of cool. But as Snap starts to get to know her, she realizes that Jacks may in fact have real magic#and a connection with Snap’s family’s past. Snap is bold, independent and deals with bullies. She finds friendship with Lulu, a transgender youth who lives in the same trailer park and shares a love of scary movies. School Library Journal Best Books of 2020.HRC WS Middle Schoolyyy
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11/12/21308Steven Universe. Rebecca Sugar. (2 – 6) Many books and graphic novels are set in the “Steven Universe”, an Emmy award winning animated series on Cartoon Network. Follow the adventures of Steven and the Gems. This series Includes LGBTQ, non-binary characters, and an intersex character.HRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21326The Boy in the Dress. David Williams. (5 – 7) Dennis’s Dad is depressed since his Mom left and his brother is a bully. But at least he has soccer. Then he discovers he enjoys wearing a dress. Told with humor and respect.HRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21328The Cardboard Kingdom. Chad Sell. (2 – 4) Welcome to a neighborhood of kids who transform ordinary boxes into colorful costumes, and their ordinary block into cardboard kingdom. This is the summer when sixteen kids encounter knights and rogues, robots and monsters–and their own identities–on one last quest before school starts again.HRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21331The Deep & Dark Blue. Niki Smith. (4 – 7) After a political coup usurps their noble house, Hawke and Grayson flee to stay alive and assume new identities, Hanna and Grayce with the Communion of Blue, an order of magical women who spin the threads of reality to their will. As they hatch a plan to avenge their family, Hawke wants to return to his old life, while Grayce realizes she wants to stay in the one place that will allow her to finally live as a girlHRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21338The Five Ancestors Book 4: Crane. Jeff Stone. (4 – 6) Hok, a crane-style Kung Fu master, is also a master at hiding. For the past 12 years, she has hidden the fact that she is a girl. Now her rogue brother, Ying, and his army have placed a huge price on her head. Seven books in the series.HRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21359The Moon Within. Aida Salazar. (4 – 7) Celi Rivera’s life swirls with questions. About her changing body. Her first attraction to a boy. And her best friend’s exploration of what it means to be genderfluid. But most of all, her mother’s insistence she have a moon ceremony, an ancestral Mexica ritual, when her first period arrives.HRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21371The Prince and the Dressmaker. Jen Wang. (4 – 8) Prince Sebastian’s parents are looking for a bride for him. Meanwhile he is hiding his secret life from everyone. At night he puts on daring dresses and takes Paris by storm as the fabulous Lady Crystallia. Graphic novel written in a fairy tale style.HRC WS Middle Schoolyy
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11/12/21377The Ship We Built. Lexie Bean. (5 – 9) Rowan has too many secrets to write down in the pages of a diary. He understands who he is and what he likes, but it's not safe for others to find out. He's not the "right kind" of girl, and he's not the "right kind" of boy. His mom ignores him. And his dad abuses him. Rowan learns it takes bravery to stand up for yourself.HRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21427When the Moon Was Ours. Anna-Marie McLemore. (7 – 12) Best friends Miel and Sam are as strange as they are inseparable. Roses grow out of Miel’s wrist and Sam is known for the moons he paints and hangs in the trees. Full of fairy tale elements, this story with diverse characters explores gender identity, love, and magic.HRC WS Middle Schooly
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11/12/21133Gracefully Grayson. by Ami Polonsky. Polonsky, Ami5 - 7HRC WS Middle School: "Grayson, a transgender twelve-year-old, learns to accept her true identity and share it with the world"--Provided by publisher.
Grayson has been holding onto a secret for what seems like forever: "he" is a girl on the inside. Will new strength from an unexpected friendship and a caring teacher be enough to help Grayson step into the spotlight she was born to inhabit?
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11/12/21391The Witch Boy. Molly Knox Ostertag. (3 – 7) In thirteen-year-old Aster's family, all the girls are raised to be witches, while boys grow up to be shapeshifters. Anyone who dares cross those lines is exiled. Unfortunately for Aster, he still hasn't shifted . . . and he's still fascinated by witchery, no matter how forbidden it might be. Graphic Novel.HRC WS Middle School: "In thirteen-year-old Aster's family, all the girls are raised to be witches, while boys grow up to be shapeshifters. Anyone who dares cross those lines is exiled. Unfortunately for Aster, he still hasn't shifted ... and he's still fascinated by witchery, no matter how forbidden it might be. When a mysterious danger threatens the other boys, Aster knows he can help -- as a witch. It will take the encouragement of a new friend, the non-magical and non-conforming Charlie, to convince Aster to try practicing his skills. And it will require even more courage to save his family ... and be truly himself"yyy
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11/12/21363The Other Boy. M. G. Hennessey. (5 – 9) Shane, a transgender boy, has moved to a new city and school where people only know him as a boy. He loves playing baseball, graphic novels and hanging out with his best friend. But an older boy undermines Shane’s privacy. Show’s Shane’s range of emotions – anxiety, fear, happiness and courage. Discusses hormone treatments directly.HRC WS Middle School: "Twelve-year-old Shane Woods is just a regular boy. He loves pitching for his baseball team, working on his graphic novel, and hanging out with his best friend, Josh. But Shane is keeping something private, something that might make a difference to his friends and teammates, to Josh, and his crush, Madeline. And when a classmate threatens to reveal his secret, Shane's whole world comes crashing down. It will take a lot of courage for Shane to ignore the hate and show the world that he's still the same boy he was before. And in the end, those who stand beside him may surprise everyone, including Shane"yyy
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11/12/21448Totally Joe. James Howe. (5 – 9) Looks at the life of Joe, a character from The Misfits, while he navigates middle school questioning gender expectations and traditional roles as he realizes he is gay. He has supportive family and friends while dealing with name-calling and controversy. One of four in The Misfits series.HRC WS Middle School: As a school assignment, a thirteen-year-old boy writes an alphabiography, and explores issues of friendship, family, school, and the challenges of being a gay teenager.yhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/353057099906284/permalink/362300798981914/yy
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11/12/2180XCharlie & Mouse. by Laurel Snyder. Snyder, LaurelPre K - 2HRC WS Picture Follow the adventures of Charlie and Mouse, two brothers in four short and funny stories. Mouse is gender creative in his play, wearing both cowboy boots and a tutu.y
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11/12/21273xRed: A Crayon's Story. Michael Hall. (Pre-K – 1) A blue crayon mistakenly labeled as "red" suffers an identity crisis. Almost everyone tries to “help” him be red until a friend offers a new perspective. He’s blue! About finding the courage to be true to your inner self.Michael HallHRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21374xThe Rabbit Listened. Cori Doerrfeld. (Pre-K – K) When something sad happens, Taylor doesn't know where to turn. All the animals are sure they have the answer. Finally, rabbit arrives. All the rabbit does is listen…which is just what Taylor needs. Note: there are no pronouns used for Taylor.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/2111A House for Everyone: Jo HirstHirst, JoPre K-2ndHRC WS PictureA Story to Help Children Learn about Gender Identity and Gender Expression. Jo Hirst. (Pre-K – 2) At lunchtime, all of Tom's friends gather at school to work together building their house. Each one of them has a special job to do, and each one of them has a different way of expressing their gender identity.y
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11/12/2114A Normal Turtle. by Doug Reynolds. Reynolds, DougPre K - 1stHRC WS PictureThis story is different from “normal,” it's said, A boy born as a fox, raised a turtle instead! Will he be brave? Only time can tell If our poor little fox will come out of his shell... WelcomingSchools.org | HRC.org © 2021 Human Rights Campaign Foundation Welcoming Schools. All rights reserved.y
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11/12/2128Annie’s Plaid Shirt. by Stacy B. DavidsDavids, Stacey BPre K-2ndHRC WS PictureAnnie loves her plaid shirt and wears it everywhere. One day her mom tells her that she must wear a dress to her uncle's wedding. While Annie protests, her mom insists. Annie is miserable. She feels weird in dresses. Why can't her mom understand? Annie has an idea. But will her mom agree?y
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11/12/2132Are You A Boy Or Are You A Girl? by Sarah Savage. Savage, SarahPre K- 1stHRC WS PictureFollow Tiny, a nonbinary child who prefers gender-neutral pronouns and loves dressing up and playing football (soccer). When they start school, the other kids ask, “Are you a boy or are you a girl?” Tiny’s graceful answer introduces kids (and adults) to gender diversity and respecting those around you.y
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11/12/2135Auntie Uncle. by Ellie Royce. The young narrator thinks it's awesome that his Uncle and his Auntie are the same person. Uncle Leo is an accountant and is great at helping with math homework. Auntie Lotta is a fabulous performer and loves to sing and dance with her nephew. This book spotlights a courageous drag queen who saves the day by bringing two communities together.Royce, ElliePre K -2ndHRC WS PictureThe young narrator thinks it's awesome that his Uncle and his Auntie are the same person. Uncle Leo is an accountant and is great at helping with math homework. Auntie Lotta is a fabulous performer and loves to sing and dance with her nephew. This book spotlights a courageous drag queen who saves the day by bringing two communities together.y
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11/12/2141Backwards Day. by S. Bear Bergman. Bergman, S. BearK- 1stHRC WS PictureAndrea looks eagerly forward to Backwards Day every year, so she can turn into a boy for one day. But one year she doesn't turn along with everyone else. She's miserable. The next day, however, she turns into a boy and stays that way!y
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11/12/2142Be Amazing: A History of Pride. by Desmond Napoles. Twelve year old drag kid Desmond is Amazing walks you through LGBTQ history with courageous people like Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and RuPaul have paved the way for a safer, more inclusive society for LGBTQ individuals, and it’s thanks to them that people just like Desmond can be free to be who they really are.Napoles, DesmondK-3rdHRC WS PictureTwelve year old drag kid Desmond is Amazing walks you through LGBTQ history with courageous people like Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and RuPaul have paved the way for a safer, more inclusive society for LGBTQ individuals, and it’s thanks to them that people just like Desmond can be free to be who they really are.y
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11/12/2153Benny's True Colors. by Norene Paulson. Paulson, NorenePre K -1stHRC WS PictureBenny may look like a bat, but Benny doesn’t like flying at night, or eating bugs, or hanging upside down. Benny does like sunshine and fluttering and colorful wings. On the inside, Benny knows he is a butterfly! “I want my outside to match who I am inside!”y
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11/12/2167Bunnybear. by Andrea J. Loney. Loney, AndreaPre K-1stHRC WS PictureAlthough Bunnybear was born a bear, he feels more like a bunny. The other bears don't understand him, and neither do the bunnies. Will Bunnybear ever find a friend who likes him just the way he is?y
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11/12/2170Call Me Max by Kyle LukoffLukoff, KylePre K- 2ndHRC WS PictureAs Max starts school, he begins to live as a boy making new friends and revealing his feelings about his identity to his parents. Written as an introduction to what it means to be transgender. Also see Max and the Talent Show and Max on the Farm.yhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/353057099906284/permalink/357298099482184/yy
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11/12/2171Call Me Tree / Llámame Árbol. Maya Christina Gonzalez. Inspires readers to dream and reach and to be as free and unique as trees. Tree’s gender is purposely not named so that all can relate to the story and discussions can be had. Bilingual.Gonzalez, Maya ChristinaPre K- 2ndHRC WS PictureInspires readers to dream and reach and to be as free and unique as trees. Tree’s gender is purposely not named so that all can relate to the story and discussions can be had. Bilingual.y
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11/12/21120From the Stars in the Sky to the Fish in the Sea. Kai Cheng Thom and Kai Yun Ching. Cheng and Ching(Pre-K – 1)HRC WS Picture
Miu Lan can change into any shape they can imagine. A boy or a girl? A bird or a fish? A flower or a shooting star? At school, they must endure inquisitive looks and difficult questions. But one thing's for sure: no matter what this child becomes, their mother will love them just the same.
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11/12/21147Ho'onani: Hula Warrior. by Heather Gale. Gale, Heather(Pre-K – 2)HRC WS Picture
An empowering celebration of identity, acceptance and Hawaiian culture based on the true story of a young girl in Hawai!i who dreams of leading the boys-only hula troupe at her school. Ho'onani feels in-between. She doesn't see herself as wahine (girl) OR kane (boy). She's happy to be in the middle.
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11/12/21165I'm Jay, Let's Play. Beth Reichmuth. (Pre-K – K) Jay loves playing with friends. Jay loves playing in the kitchen, driving dump trucks, twirling in skirts and crashing tall towers. Rather than gendered pronouns, the characters in this book are referred to by their names. Their styles and interests are equally open-ended.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21167I’m Not a Girl: A Transgender Story. Maddox Lyons and Jessica Verdi. (Pre-K – 3) Nobody seems to understand that Hannah is not a girl. His parents ask why he won't wear the cute outfits they pick out. His friend thinks he must be a tomboy. But a birthday wish and a new word – transgender-- might be just what Hannah needs to finally show the world who he really is. Written by a trans boy with help from an adult.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21175Introducing Teddy: A gentle story about gender and friendship. Jess Walton. (Pre-K – K) Introduces the youngest readers to understanding gender identity and transition in an accessible and heart-warming story about being true to yourself and being a good friend.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21176Is That for a Boy or a Girl? S. Bear Bergman. (K – 2) Meet some awesome kids who have gotten pretty tired of being told that certain things are for girls and others just for boys. See how they mix and match everything they like to get what suits them best!HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21177It Feels Good to Be Yourself: A Book About Gender Identity. Theresa Thorn. (Pre-K – 3) Some people are boys. Some people are girls. Some people are both, neither, or somewhere in between. A straightforward exploration of gender identity, providing young readers and adults with the vocabulary to discuss this topic with sensitivity.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21178It's Me. Nina Benedetto. (Pre-K – K) A wordless picture book: Beyond he or she. Something is taken from you when a pronoun defines who you are, and you do not fit one of the two genders. Also see About Chris.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21179It’s Okay To Sparkle. Avery Jackson. (K – 2) The story of 7-year-old Avery Jackson, told in her own words. Assigned male at birth, she has now transitioned into a young girl. Covering themes of friendship, bullying and self-esteem, it lets readers know that it’s okay to be who you want to be.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21182Jack (Not Jackie). Erica Silverman. (Pre-K – 1) A big sister realizes that her little sister, Jackie, doesn't like dresses or fairies-she likes ties and bugs! Will she and her family be able to accept that Jackie identifies more as "Jack"? A sweet story about change and acceptance.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21185Jacob’s New Dress. Sarah and Ian Hoffman. (Pre-K – 2) Jacob loves playing dressup, when he can be anything he wants to be. Some kids at school say he can't wear "girl" clothes, but Jacob wants to wear a dress. Can he convince his parents to let him wear what he wants?HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21186Jamie and Bubbie: A Book About People’s Pronouns. Afsaneh Moradian. (Pre-K – 2) JJamie is excited to spend the day walking around the neighborhood with greatgrandma Bubbie. They meet so many friends and neighbors throughout the day along the way. Jamie helps Bubbie understand that it’s important not to assume a person’s pronouns based on appearance, and to always use the name and pronouns they go by: he, she, they, or something else.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21187Jamie is Jamie: a book about being yourself and playing your way. Afsaneh Moradian. (Pre-K – K) There are so many fun things to play with at Jamie’s new preschool— baby dolls to care for, toy cars to drive—and Jamie wants to play with them all! But the other children are confused . . . is Jamie a boy or a girl?HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21189Julián at the Wedding. Jessica Love. (Pre-K – K) When Julián and his abuela go to a wedding, Julián finds a new friend, Marisol. Together they set off for some magic and mischief of their own, and when things take an unexpected turn, the pair learns that everything is easier with a good friend by your side.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21190Julián Is a Mermaid. Jessica Love. (Pre-K – 2) While riding the subway with his abuela. Julián notices three women spectacularly dressed up. When Julián gets home all he can think about is dressing up just like them. But what will Abuela think about the mess he makes — and even more importantly, about how Julián sees himself? A story about the power of been seen and affirmed.HRC WS Pictureyhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/353057099906284/permalink/357301506148510/yy
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11/12/21211Love Remains: A Rosh Hashanah Story of Transformation. Rabbi Ari Moffic and Jessica Leving. (Pre-K – 2) It's Rosh Hashanah, and that means one thing. The family is headed to the grandparents' house for a special holiday dinner! Take a seat with this family over the years and see what changes and what stays the same. This is a story about love, transformation, and acceptanceHRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21224My Awesome Brother: A children's book about Transgender Acceptance. Lisé Frances. (K – 2) The book centers around a child whose adored older sister is pretransitioning. We follow the child's efforts to bring a smile to their sister's face, and then revel in the joy both feel after the transition.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21227My Maddy. Gayle Pitmam. (Pre-K – 1) Most mommies are girls. Most daddies are boys. But lots of parents are neither a boy nor a girl. Like my Maddy. Some of the best things in the world are not one thing or the other. They are something in between and entirely their own. Includes a note with more information about parents who non-binary or otherwise gender diverse people.Gayle PitmamHRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21228My Princess Boy. Cheryl Kilodavis. (Pre-K – 1) Dyson loves pink, sparkly things. Sometimes he wears dresses. Sometimes he wears jeans. He likes to wear his princess tiara, even when climbing trees.Cheryl KilodavisHRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21229My Rainbow. Trinity and DeShanna Neal. (Pre-K – 2) And on one quiet day, playtime leads to an important realization: Trinity wants long hair like her dolls. She needs it to express who she truly is. A dedicated mom puts love into action as she creates the perfect rainbow-colored wig for her transgender daughter, based on the real-life experience of mother-daughter advocate duo Trinity and DeShanna Neal.Trinity and DeShanna NealHRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21230Narwhal and Jelly. Ben Clanton. (K – 3) Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do they love waffles, parties and adventures. Join Narwhal and Jelly as they discover the whole wide ocean together. The first book in an early graphic novel series. Note: There are no pronouns used for Jelly.Ben ClantonHRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21231Neither. Airlie Anderson. (Pre-K – 1) In the Land of This and That, there are only two kinds: blue bunnies and yellow birds. But one day a funny green egg hatches, and a little creature that's not quite a bird and not quite a bunny pops out. It's neither! When not accepted in the Land of This and That, Neither searches and finds a place where all are welcome.Airlie AndersonHRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21246One of a Kind, Like Me /Ú Como Yo. Laurin Mayeno. (Pre-K – 2) Tomorrow is the school parade, and Danny knows exactly what he will be: a princess. A sweet story about unconditional love and the beauty of individuality.Laurin MayenoHRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21251Peacock Among Pigeons. Tyler Curry. (Pre-K – 1) Peter, the peacock, tries to blend in with the pigeons but he can’t no matter how hard he tries. Finally, he meets colorful birds that accepted him and themselves for the ways they were unique, helping him accept himself.Tyler CurryHRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21252Peanut Goes for the Gold. Jonathan Van Ness. (Pre-K – 1) Peanut, a non-binary guinea pig does everything with their own personal flare. So when Peanut decides to be a rhythmic gymnast, they come up with a routine that they know is absolutely perfect, because it is absolutely, one hundred percent Peanut.Jonathan Van NessHRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21259Phoenix Goes to School: A Story to Support Transgender and Gender Diverse Children. Michelle and Phoenix Finch. (K – 1) Phoenix is excited to go to school but scared of being bullied because of her gender identity. When she arrives at school she finds help and support and finds she is brave enough to talk to other kids about her gender.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21283Sam! Dani Gabriel. (Pre-K – 2) Nobody knew Sam was a boy except for him. He feels a sense of relief when he finally confides in his annoying but caring sister Maggie, and then his parents, even though it takes them a while to feel comfortable with it. With lots of love and support, Sam and his family embrace his true self. WelcomingSchools.org | HRC.org © 2021 Human Rights Campaign Foundation Welcoming Schools. All rights reserved.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21301Sparkle Boy. Lesléa Newman. (K – 2) Casey loves to play with his blocks and dump truck, but he also loves things that sparkle and glitter. A story about acceptance, respect, and the freedom to be yourself in a world where any gender expression should be celebrated.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21314Teddy's Favorite Toy. Christian Trimmer. (Pre-K – K) Teddy has a lot of cool toys. But his very favorite doll has the best manners, the sickest fighting skills, and a fierce sense of style. Then one morning, something truly awful happens. And there’s only one woman fierce enough to save the day. Can Teddy’s mom reunite Teddy with his favorite toy?HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21319The Adventures of Tulip, Birthday Wish Fairy. S. Bear Bergman. (K – 2) Follow Tulip as he helps out with birthday wishes. When Tulip receives a wish from a child known as David who wishes to live as Daniela, he seeks the wise counsel of the Wish Fairy Captain.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21320The Answer. Rebecca Sugar. (2 – 6) Set in the “Steven Universe”, an animated series on Cartoon Network. It explores the meaning of love as Ruby and Sapphire look to build a new life on a strange planet called Earth. One of many books set in the Steven Universe. Includes non-binary characters.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21325The Boy & the Bindi. Vivek Shraya. (Pre-K – 2) A five-year-old South Asian boy becomes fascinated with his mother’s bindi, the red dot commonly worn by Hindu women and wishes to have one of his own. Rather than chastise her son, she agrees to it, giving him permission to be more fully himself.HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21395They Call Me Mix / Me Llaman Maestre. Lourdes Rivas. (K – 1) Lourdes shares their journey of being non-binary and what it all means. Join them as they learn to change and play with words to make them fit just right. Not "she". Not "he". They! Not Ms. Not Mr. Mx! Bilingual (Spanish and English)HRC WS Picturey
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11/12/21396They She He Me: Free to Be! Maya and Matthew Smith-Gonzalez. (Pre-K – 2) Looks at pronouns and gender fluidity by featuring many smiling people, with different skin colors and unique styles. Minimal text with the pictures. Includes a guide for adults to help with discussion and understanding in the back.HRC WS Picturey