My Own Way: Celebrating Gender Freedom for Kids by Joana Estrela

 

This is the English translation of a Portuguese book called Menino, Menina. As a book, it's pretty mediocre, but as a tool to use to talk to kids about gender identity, and what it means to be a boy, girl, or even non-binary, it's wonderful. I think the message here is very pure and the crayon-like illustrations give it a fun 90s vibe that I really like. The rhymes are sweet, too. I think you just have to go into this thinking not "story time" but "educational tool."

Thanks to the publisher for sending me a copy in exchange for an honest review!

3 to 3.5 out of 5 stars