Books for children

Inspired by the author’s own little boy, "Shadow’s" main character likes princesses, fairies and things "not for boys"...he soon learns (through the support of his dad) that everyone has a shadow that they sometimes feel they need to hide. This is an important book for a new generation of children (and adults alike) which exemplifies the concepts of unconditional love, respect and positive parenting.

My Shadow Is Pink

An Australian educational resource for all children and adults to understand what it might feel like to be a transgender child.

The Gender Fairy

A story and educational tool to help children learn about gender identity and gender expression. For children aged 4 to 8.

A House for Everyone

In an exuberant picture book, a glimpse of costumed mermaids leaves one boy flooded with wonder and ready to dazzle the world.

Julian Is a Mermaid

Aidan was born as a girl, but he felt like he didn’t fit in. When he discovered he was a transgender boy, everything else fell into place. His parents had to adjust, but were happy to help their son.

When Aidan Became a Brother

A straightforward exploration of gender identity that will give children a fuller understanding of themselves and others. Written by the mother of a transgender child and illustrated by a non-binary transgender artist.

It Feels Good to Be Yourself

A story for young children about a transgender girl.

I Am Jazz

This brightly illustrated book will open a dialogue with children aged 3+ about gender diversity in a fun and creative way.

Are You a Boy or are You a Girl?

A kid’s guide to gender identity. An Interactive book for ages 3+.

Who Are You?

An empowering and brightly illustrated children's book for children aged 3+. It supports trans children who are worried about being bullied or misunderstood.

Phoenix Goes to School

A picture book about finding the courage to be true to your inner self.

Red: A Crayon's Story

A sweet and gentle story about being true to yourself and being a good friend by an Australian author. It can also help children understand gender identity.

Introducing Teddy

Nick was born in a boy's body but has always felt like a girl inside. Based on the author's experiences with her children.

Be Who You Are

This heart-warming story speaks to the unique challenges faced by boys who don't identify with traditional gender roles.

Jacob's New Dress

This is a sweetly told story about the courage and creativity it takes to be different.

Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress

A children’s novel about a young transgender girl. The novel tells the story of Melissa, a fourth-grade girl who is struggling to be herself to the rest of the world (US).

George

A trans-positive children’s book. Portrays with humour a situation that is often too common, where a child is forced to negotiate authenticity and their parents’ love.

My Dad Thinks I’m a Boy?!

The star of Julián Is a Mermaid makes a joyful return—and finds a new friend—at a wedding to be remembered. Julián and his abuela are going to a wedding. Better yet, Julián is in the wedding.

Julián at the Wedding

Casey loves to play with his blocks, puzzles, and dump truck, and he also loves things that shimmer, glitter, and sparkle. Casey’s older sister, Jessie, thinks this is weird. Shimmery, glittery, sparkly things are only for girls. Right?

Sparkle Boy

A little creature is born in the land of This and That, and it doesn’t seem to fit in. It has a little bit of This and a little bit of That, but neither kind accepts it and they give it the name “Neither”. Neither finds a home in the Land of All, where everyone fits in.

Neither

Pink is for boys and girls, and for fancy bows. This book shows how all the colours are for boys, girls, and for different kinds of things. Not one colour is just for girls or boys.

Pink Is for Boys

Max is a transgender boy. He was nervous to go to school because he didn’t know what to expect. His teacher called on his name, but he asked if she could call him Max. His friends at school asked why he preferred to be a boy, he said he felt like a boy on the inside.

Call Me Max

Maddy likes how in between rain and sunshine there is a rainbow. Maddy likes sporks because it isn’t a spoon or a fork, it’s both. Maddy likes the motorcycle because it's like a car and a bike, it’s entirely its own thing. Maddy is entirely their own person, not a woman or a man.

My Maddy

Ari’s pronouns change depending how Ari feels. Ari shows Ari’s Uncle Lior around the neighbourhood and goes describing the neighbours with their words and pronouns. Ari is upset because Ari doesn’t know which pronoun fits today. Ari feels like they/them, and their other words are impatient, bouncy, excited, nervous, colourful, and hopeful.

What Are Your Words?

Mary Walker was a girl who was tired of dressing in long, uncomfortable dresses. One day she decided to put on pants. People complained that pants were for men and that she was going to regret wearing them. Mary doubted if it was right to stop putting on pants just because others said so.

Mary Wears What She Wants

One day in the park, the family was ready to leave, and a boy said goodbye to the younger sister by calling her "Jack". Susan told her little sister that her name is Jackie not Jack. Jack lets his family know that he would like to be called "Jack" and that he is not a girl but a boy. It took time for Susan to accept her little brother's change, but he still has the same laugh she loves to hear.

Jack (Not Jackie)

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