Gender Identity Resources
On season 5 of the Story Pirates Podcast, we were immensely proud to share 10-year-old Ella’s story, “The Prince-ess,” with a message of not just acceptance, but celebration of our authentic selves. We are also proud of the entirely trans/non-binary group of Story Pirates who adapted, composed and performed the song.
For grownups looking for positive ways to talk to their families about gender identity, we’ve listed some resources below!
Books
The GenderCool bundle from A Kids Co
One of a Kind, Like Me / Único Como yo by Laurin Mayeno
The Boy and the Bindi by Vivek Shraya
Julián Is a Mermaid by Jessica Love
Peanut Goes for the Gold by Jonathan Van Ness
Jack (Not Jackie) by Erica Silverman
Jacob’s New Dress by Sarah and Ian Hoffman
Annie’s Plaid Shirt by Rachael Balsaitis
Princess Dinosaur by Daniel Kibblesmith
My Shadow is Pink by Scott Stuart
It Feels Good to Be Yourself: A Book about Gender Identity by Theresa Thorn
From the Stars in the Sky to the Fish in the Sea by Kai Cheng Thom
I Love My Purse by Belle Demont
Who Are You?: The Kid’s Guide to Gender Identity by Brook Pessin-Whedbee
Introducing Teddy: A Gentle Story about Gender and Friendship by Jessica Walton
A Kids Co Podcast Episodes
Gia Talks About Being Transgender
Rebekah Talks About Being Inclusive
Everyday Feels: Grace (Social Anxiety)
Websites
Specific Articles
Gender Spectrum: What Is a Gender Inclusive World?
Gender Spectrum: Talking to Young Kids PDF
Welcomeschools.org K-3 Resources
Welcomeschools.org Children's Book List
American Academy of Pediatrics: Gender Identity Development in Children
