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

An introduction to gender identity for young readers, explaining that some people are boys, some are girls, and some are both, neither, or somewhere in between.

For families looking for the right words to talk about identity, this book hands you the vocabulary in plain, gentle language.

• Big idea: Gender comes in many forms, and however a person feels inside is worth celebrating.
• Vibes: warm, affirming, clear-eyed

• are working on understanding who they are
• ask questions about how people are the same and different
• respond well to simple, honest explanations
• benefit from new vocabulary for talking about feelings and identity

• Understanding identity: What does the book say about the different ways people can feel about being a boy, a girl, both, or neither?
• Real-life connection: Can you think of ways you like to express who you are, like through clothes or hair or toys?
• Empathy: Why do you think it matters to use words that make everyone feel included?
• Self-expression: What are some things that make you feel like yourself?