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It Feels Good to Be Yourself: A Book About Gender Identity Hardcover – Picture Book, June 4, 2019

by Theresa Thorn (Author), Noah Grigni (Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,124 ratings
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A picture book that introduces the concept of gender identity to the youngest reader from writer Theresa Thorn and illustrator Noah Grigni.

Some people are boys. Some people are girls. Some people are both, neither, or somewhere in between.

This sweet, straightforward exploration of gender identity will give children a fuller understanding of themselves and others. With child-friendly language and vibrant art, It Feels Good to Be Yourself provides young readers and parents alike with the vocabulary to discuss this important topic with sensitivity.

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    4+ years, from customers
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    1 - 2
  5. Dimensions
    9.36 x 0.41 x 9.35 inches
  6. Publisher
    Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
  7. Publication date
    June 4, 2019
  8. ISBN-10
    1250302951
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1250302953
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"This expansive, straightforward framing of gender emphasizes curiosity, joy, and positive self-expression . . . . Exceptional." ―Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"The spirit of free expression and creativity infuses every spread of this inclusive exploration." ―Publishers Weekly, starred review

"As the song has it, we’re living in a big, wide wonderful world. And this book is a welcome addition to it." ―Booklist, starred review

About the Author

Theresa Thorn is the cohost of the parenting humor podcast One Bad Mother and the coauthor of You’re
Doing a Great Job! 100 Ways You're Winning at Parenting. She lives in Los Angeles, California, and It Feels Good to Be Yourself is her first book for children.



Noah Grigni is a non-binary transgender illustrator, writer, and organizer whose bold and playful art has appeared in The Gender Identity Workbook for Kids by Kelly Storck and We're Still Here: An All-Trans Comics Anthology.

Noah is from Decatur, Georgia, and now lives in Boston, Massachusetts. It Feels Good to Be Yourself is their first picture book.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Henry Holt and Co. (BYR); Illustrated edition (June 4, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1250302951
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1250302953
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4+ years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.36 x 0.41 x 9.35 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,124 ratings

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    Noah Grigni

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    Noah Grigni is a children’s book illustrator and trans activist from Atlanta, Georgia. Influenced by queer futurism, magical realism, dreams, and the subconscious, Noah uses art to imagine a radically inclusive future and uplift voices fighting for change. Their art ranges from vibrant watercolor illustrations, to meticulous anatomical drawings, to promotional graphics for activist groups. Noah graduated from Lesley University in 2018, with a BFA in illustration and a minor in creative writing.

    You can buy Noah’s art at etsy.com/shop/grigni, see their portfolio at noahgrigni.com, subscribe to monthly updates at patreon.com/ngrigni, tip them at ko-fi.com/noahgrigni, and follow them on instagram @noahgrigni.

    Noah is represented by Kelly Sonnack of Andrea Brown Literary Agency. If you're interested in hiring Noah to illustrate your book or book cover, please contact kelly@andreabrownlit.com.

    If you’re interested in hiring Noah to make art for your cause, contact noahgrigni@gmail.com. They are interested in independent creative projects that promote direct action towards mutual liberation.

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    Theresa Thorn

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    Theresa is the cohost of the parenting humor podcast One Bad Mother and the coauthor of You’re Doing a Great Job! 100 Ways You're Winning at Parenting. She lives in Los Angeles, California, and It Feels Good to Be Yourself is her first book for children.

    See more on the author's page
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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Accurate, gorgeous: The book kids deserve about gender
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Accurate, gorgeous: The book kids deserve about gender
This is the first book for kids I've seen that approaches gender in such a wonderfully open and direct way. There is no analogy to unpack about crayons or ducks, it's just lovable people across the spectrum of gender. It's not a narrative story about accepting the ONE different kid who is "special", but about seeing how unique each young person is, cis, trans, or in process. The art work--WOW--brings the information to life with warmth and color, and communicates the joy of finding out who you are, and being loved for it. This is the book young people deserve when trying to understand gender. 10/10, will be buying another copy for our school library.
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Kacey
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to understand
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2023
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This book makes gender identity - a concept which many adults find confusing - easy for kids to understand. An added bonus: the illustrations and color palette are beautiful!
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Matt
5.0 out of 5 stars Suitable for elementary school kids
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2023
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I bought this book to read for my toddlers (3 years old) but I feel that it’s too advanced for them. I’ll put it away until they become 5 or 6 years old. The book itself is very nice. Good to teach kids about being comfortable with themselves.
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Brittany L
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2024
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Simple clear and well written book. The one star reviews need to get a grip.
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Kayla Stansberry (Fatpositivetherapist)
5.0 out of 5 stars amazing!
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2024
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Must read for educating kiddos on gender identity.
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kelly764
5.0 out of 5 stars Touching, important, and beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2023
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This book is just as good for adults who are working to be better informed as it is for kiddos. I just love it and always have a copy on hand so I can gift it whenever needed.
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Meg
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2023
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What a great way to show kids the spectrum of gender identity. Informative, beautiful illustrations, I will definitely be buying this for friends as well.
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Delice Harris
4.0 out of 5 stars Great content
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2022
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I love the intention and the subject of the book, and I love the illlustrations, but the writing is pretty rough. I'm grateful to keep this as a great reference book, though.
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Sterne
5.0 out of 5 stars Satisfecha.
Reviewed in Mexico on March 22, 2023
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Lo volvería a comprar.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very kid friendly language
Reviewed in Canada on November 27, 2022
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I loved this book and it really helped explain gender to my kids. I highly reccomend this book to all children.
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Nick
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is wonderful
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 6, 2023
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Bought this for my kids (4 and 8) and it really helped them understand gender dynamics and the importance of identity. When our friend's 11 year old (AFAB) affirmed his identity as a boy, we gave them a copy of the book to share with their friends and it really helped them as well.
This book is essential reading for children in this wonderful age where people are (for the most part) free to be themselves.
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Janets Wasp Farm
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful artwork and helpful
Reviewed in Germany on June 9, 2021
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This is such a lovely book, it’s very positive and feel good and melts my heart every time I read it to my kids, sometimes I just look at it and it makes me feel good, I’m so glad I bought it.
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HeathBrwn
5.0 out of 5 stars An important book for kids and adults
Reviewed in Canada on October 22, 2021
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My son had a non-binary teacher in kindergarten and I bought this book to help him understand gender identity. It explains topics that can be hard to understand, even for adults, very clearly and succinctly. I recommend it as an easy to grasp reference book for anyone looking to gain a better understanding of gender identities beyond cisgender.
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