I Am Jazz

Summary

I Am Jazz, written by Jessica Herthel and Jazz Jennings, and illustrated by Shelagh McNicholas, is a children's picture book that tells the story of Jazz, a young trans-identified male. The book is based on the real-life experiences of Jazz Jennings, an activist and TV personality.

The story follows Jazz as he shares his experiences growing up as a trans-identified child, from recognizing that his gender identity did not match his assigned sex at birth to his journey of self-acceptance and embracing his true identity. I Am Jazz presents the concept of being trans-identified in a way that is accessible and relatable for young readers.

Published by Dial Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House, the book is recommended by the publisher for readers aged 4-8 years.

Location

Located in the following library on April 1, 2023:

  • Geggie Elementary School

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