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Publication
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) (2019), Edition: Illustrated, 40 pages
Description
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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LibraryThing member SOlson096
This book is an incredible resource for parents and kids alike. It explains in simple, easy to understand terms gender identities and provides terminology. It is a wonderful example of representation (and full of cute art, too!)
LibraryThing member lydia1879
wow i f*ck*ng love this. stunning, stunning illustrations ugh. the watercolours. the line work. the texture. UGH. i love.
words are, of course, super important too. the whole thing is so beautiful inside and out and makes me feel THINGS.
words are, of course, super important too. the whole thing is so beautiful inside and out and makes me feel THINGS.
LibraryThing member J_Odiorne
This picture book introduces gender identity to young readers in a simple straightforward way.
Some people are boys. Some are girls. Some are both, neither, or somewhere in between, This picture book sends the strong message that your feelings about your gender are real and you should listen to
This book celebrates gender diversity and individuality in a wonderful social-emotional way. It helps children view situations from different perspectives, appreciate and value diversity, make inferences about the feeling of others, develop empathy and engage in prosocial behavior. It can be a mirror, window or sliding door for the reader.
Favorite quote: "There are a never ending number of ways to be yourself in the world."
Some people are boys. Some are girls. Some are both, neither, or somewhere in between, This picture book sends the strong message that your feelings about your gender are real and you should listen to
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your heart. No matter what your gender identity is, you are OK and loved exactly the way you are. By introducing several characters throughout it's pages the book reveals many of the different ways to be a girl or boy or neither one and the correct terminology to describe their differing gender The illustrations are delightfully diverse. A child can easily find themselves or a friend on the pages. The author has included helpful vocabulary and discussion starters for teachers and parents in the end pages to aid in follow-up discussions and future conversations.This book celebrates gender diversity and individuality in a wonderful social-emotional way. It helps children view situations from different perspectives, appreciate and value diversity, make inferences about the feeling of others, develop empathy and engage in prosocial behavior. It can be a mirror, window or sliding door for the reader.
Favorite quote: "There are a never ending number of ways to be yourself in the world."
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LibraryThing member LibrarianRyan
This book sets out to make a simple and easy to understand lesson on gender identity. It works and works well. The illustrations are lively and colorful, they make perfect sense with the information being given. This makes this a perfect book for those kids and adults who aren’t quite getting the
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idea of gender inclusivity. Show Less
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Physical description
40 p.; 9.36 x 9.35 inches
ISBN
1250302951 / 9781250302953