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It Feels Good to Be Yourself: A Book about Gender Identity

by Theresa Thorn

A picture-book introduction to gender identity

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A picture-book introduction to gender identity

Theresa Thorn’s picture book introduces gender identity through the idea that people may be boys, girls, both, neither, or somewhere in between. Its child-friendly language offers vocabulary for talking about how people understand and express their gender, with illustrations by Noah Grigni. The subject is presented as a way for young children and the adults around them to build understanding of themselves and others.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 beginning to learn about gender identity.
  • Parents and caregivers seeking language for conversations about gender with young children.
  • Families looking for a picture book that recognizes a range of gender identities.

Themes

Gender identitySelf-understanding and expressionRespect for others

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Book overview

★ "This expansive, straightforward framing of gender emphasizes curiosity, joy, and positive self-expression . . . . Exceptional." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ "The spirit of free expression and creativity infuses every spread of this inclusive exploration." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

★ "As the song has it, we're living in a big, wide wonderful world. And this book is a welcome addition to it." --Booklist, starred review


A picture book that introduces the concept of gender identity to the youngest reader from writer Theresa Thorn and illustrator Noah Grigni.

Some people are boys. Some people are girls. Some people are both, neither, or somewhere in between.

This sweet, straightforward exploration of gender identity will give children a fuller understanding of themselves and others. With child-friendly language and vibrant art, It Feels Good to Be Yourself provides young readers and parents alike with the vocabulary to discuss this important topic with sensitivity.

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