It Feels Good to be Yourself: A Book About Gender Identity

Summary

It Feels Good to Be Yourself: A Book About Gender Identity, written by Theresa Thorn and illustrated by Noah Grigni, is a children's book that explores the concept of gender identity. The book aims to help children understand that gender is not just about being a boy or a girl, but that everyone has their own unique gender identity that may not fit into binary categories.

The book follows a group of children of different ages and backgrounds as they share their experiences and perspectives on gender identity. They discuss gender expression, different pronouns, and the importance of respecting and accepting others for who they are. The book also provides a guide for parents and caregivers to support their children in exploring their gender identity.

The book is published by Henry Holt and Co., an imprint of Macmillan Publishers, and is recommended for readers aged 4-8 years.

Location

Located in the following libraries on April 1, 2023:

  • Babler Elementary School

  • Ballwin Elementary School

  • Blevins Elementary School

  • Bowles Elementary School

  • Chesterfield Elementary School

  • Ellisville Elementary School (removed between April 1, 2023 and February 1, 2024)

  • Eureka Elementary School

  • Fairway Elementary School

  • Geggie Elementary School

  • Green Pines Elementary School

  • Kehrs Mill Elementary School                                          

  • Kellison Elementary School

  • Pond Elementary School

  • Ridge Meadows Elementary School

  • Westridge Elementary School

  • Woerther Elementary School

  • Lafayette High School

Challenge

Challenge Committee Dates: December 21, 2022 and March 15, 2022
Challenge Committee Recommendation: Retain with a note in Destiny
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