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• Call Me Max

  Lukoff, Kyle,

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  When the teacher hesitates while taking roll. Max lets her know the name he wants to be called by--a boy's name. This begins Max's journey as he makes new friends and reveals his feelings about his identity to his parents.

• You Need to Chill!

  Dawson, Juno,

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  "Sometimes people say to me: 'What happened to your brother, Bill?' That's when I look them in the eye and say: 'Hun, you need to chill.'" When Bill can't be found at school one day, Bill's sister explains.

• Calvin

  Ford, JR,

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  Calvin prepares for the first day of school and introducing himself to his family and friends for the first time.

• Jack (not Jackie)

  Silverman, Erica,

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  Susan loves her baby sister, Jackie, but as Jackie grows older and behaves more and more like a boy Susan must adjust to having a brother, Jack, instead.

• When Aidan Became a Brother

  Lukoff, Kyle,

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  Aidan wants to get everything right for his new sibling. With a little help, Aidan discovers that he already knows the most important thing about being a brother: how to love with his whole heart.

• He's My Mom!

  a Story for Children Who Have a Transgender Parent or Relative

  Savage, Sarah, 1982-

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  When Benjamin's cousin accidentally misgenders his mom David, Benjamin explains why misgendering is hurtful and why we need to treat trans people with respect.

• She's My Dad!

  a Story for Children Who Have a Transgender Parent or Relative

  Savage, Sarah, 1982-

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  "'My Dad's name is Haley. She used to be a he but now she is a she! Last year she did this thing called transition. She grew her hair long, painted her nails in bright colours and started wearing different clothes.'

• Me & My Dysphoria Monster

  An Empowering Story to Help Children Cope With Gender Dysphoria

  Dale, Laura Kate,

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  Nisha's monster used to be small, but recently her monster has begun to grow. Nisha feels more and more unlike herself and her dysphoria monster grows larger and larger. Until Nisha meets Jack.

• It Feels Good to Be Yourself

  a Book About Gender Identity

  Thorn, Theresa,

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  Meet Ruthie, a transgender girl, her cisgender brother Xavier, Alex who is both a boy and a girl, and JJ who is neither. There are endless ways to be yourself. Includes a resource list, glossary and a note about pronouns.

• My Rainbow

  Neal, Trinity,

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  A 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.

• True You

  a Gender Journey

  Agna, Gwen,

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  This affirming and inclusive photographic picture book offers a celebratory and informative look at kids and their wide-ranging gender identities. A glossary, resources and other information is included at the back.

• Laverne Cox

  Sánchez Vegara, Ma Isabel (María Isabel),

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  The life of actress Laverne Cox who was treated like a boy, but she knew that she was a girl. Performing on stage made her feel like her true self.

• If You're a Kid Like Gavin

  the True Story of a Young Trans Activist

  Grimm, Gavin,

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  Gavin proved that his school had violated his constitutional rights and had the Supreme Court uphold his case -- bringing about a historic win for trans rights.

• Door by Door

  How Sarah McBride Became America's First Openly Transgender Senator

  Pincus, Meeg,

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  A nonfiction picture book about Delaware State Senator Sarah McBride, who dreamed of making a difference as a kid and grew up to become the highest-ranking openly transgender political official in America.

• Sylvia and Marsha Start a Revolution!

  the Story of the Trans Women of Color Who Made LGBTQ+ History

  Ellison, Joy Michael,

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  The story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two transgender women of color who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality.

• Frankie & Bug

  Forman, Gayle,

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  In the summer of 1987 in Venice, California, ten-year-old Bug and her new friend Frankie learn important lessons about life, family, being your true self, and how to navigate in a world that is not always just or fair.

• The Every Body Book

  the LGBTQ+ Inclusive Guide for Kids About Sex, Gender, Bodies, and Families

  Simon, Rachel E.,

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  This book talks about puberty, hormones, pregnancy, consent, sex, babies, relationships, and families using gender-neutral language and celebrates diversity in all its forms.

• Melissa's Story

  Gino, Alex,

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  George wants to be Charlotte in the class play, 'Charlotte's Web,' but she's not allowed to because she's a boy. With her friend's help, George comes up with a plan. Not just so she can be Charlotte but so everyone can know who she is.

• Rachel Levine

  Bunker, Lisa,

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  The first openly transgender government official to hold an office that requires Senate confirmation.

• Ana on the Edge

  Sass, A. J.,

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  Twelve-year-old figure skater Ana strives to win her competitions while learning about gender identity--Ana's own and that of a new friend--and how to navigate the best path forward.