Angus All Aglow
by Heather Smith
illus. by Alice Carter
Language: English
Orca Books, 2018.
32 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1459814932 ; 9781459814936
Summary: Angus loves sparkly things, so much so that he can hear them. To Angus, shiny objects not only look beautiful; they also crackle, buzz and go whiz-bang-POP! His unique ability is lost, however, when Angus wears his grandma's beaded necklace to school, and his classmates tease him for his atypical choice. Saddened by their laughter, Angus stops hearing the sparkle. A gentle story of acceptance, generosity, and friendship, Angus All Aglow reminds us that it only takes one kind gesture to restore your sparkle, and returning the kindness can make you glow from the inside out.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1459814932
The Only Boy in Ballet Class
by Denise Gruska
illus. by Amy Wummer
Language: English
Gibbs Smith, 2007.
32 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 142360220X ; 9781423602200
Summary: Tucker loves ballet-even though some people don't understand his passion for dancing. Taunted by the boys on the football field, tortured by dorky twin sisters, and teased by his Uncle Frank, Tucker doesn't know how to help people see how ballet makes him feel . . . until one day, when an unexpected invitation to join the football game comes, and Tucker Dohr gets the chance to prove just what ballet dancing can do!
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Only-Boy-Ballet-Class/dp/142360220X
Free to be Me
by Nancy Zarriello
illus. by Blueberry Illustrations
Language: English
Independently published, 2019.
30 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1086295544; 9781086295542
Summary: “Free to be ME” takes you on a journey through a little boy’s life living authentically through his difficult school years, standing out and not fitting in with other boys and societal norms. Oliver embraces who he is from a young age, which subjects him to years of bullying and being left out simply because he was different. It’s an adorable and honest story told through Oliver’s voice that will help parents, teachers and guardians facilitate positive conversations around sexuality, love and stressing the importance of embracing what makes someone different and unique. Families are supposed to be a mom, dad, sisters and brothers, right? In this story, families are created differently. The main ingredient is LOVE and that is what ultimately makes a family. Oliver is lucky enough to be a part of two families created differently, but both made equally from LOVE. This book is dedicated to all those living their truths. The most powerful question ever posed to me by my then ten-year-old son was, “Why would you keep me from being who I am?”
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Free-be-Me-Nancy-Zarriello/dp/1086295544
Just Call Me Kyle
by Anna Casamento Arrigo
illus. by John Richson
Language: English
Independently published, 2019.
24 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1796595691; 9781796595697
Summary: A touching, emotionally charged story of a young boy, Kyle, who is a very unique boy constantly bullied by his peers for his style. He looks to his dad for the constant support!
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Just-Call-Kyle-Casamento-Arrigo/dp/1796595691/
The Boy With the Rainbow Heart and The Invasion of Big Angry Red
by Will Mason
Language: English
[S.l.] : Mascot Books, Inc., 2019.
38 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 164543009X; 9781645430094
Summary: In the town of Shine, the boy with the rainbow heart touches everyone's hearts and makes them glow. But what happens when Big Angry Red shows up starts bullying everyone? Can the boy with the rainbow heart make Big Angry Red stop being mean to everybody and instead have love in his heart? The Boy with the Rainbow Heart and the Invasion of Big Angry Red is a story that's sure to touch you and your child's hearts.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Boy-Rainbow-Heart-Invasion-Angry/dp/164543009X/
You Were Born to Be YOU!
by Evey Rosenbloom
Language: English
Free Spirit Culture, 2019.
49 p. : col. ill. cm.
ISBN: 1733684492; 9781733684491
Summary: A children's book about the clothes people wear, to promote kindness, freedom of expression and diversity. This ode to self-expression encourages kids to be themselves— you should wear what lights you up. Have fun, follow your heart, be real, and rock whatever it is you want to wear. This creative, rhyming book is a reminder that it's OK to be you, and that you have the choice to blend in or stand out. For youth experiencing bullying and/or discrimination, the book provides a resource guide for how to find help. Your purchase supports getting this book into the hands of youth who are experiencing bullying and/or discrimination.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/You-Were-Born-Be-YOU/dp/1733684492/
It's okay to sparkle!
by Avery Jackson
illus. by Jessica Udischas
Language: English
Kansas City, MO : Debi Jackson, [2017] ©2017.
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
ISBN: 9780692831021; 0692831029.
Summary: The inspirational story, told in her own words, of 7-year-old Avery Jackson, who was assigned male at birth, but has now transitioned into a young girl, tells the story of how she realized she was a girl and how she helped her parents and friends to understand her transition. Her heart-warming story covers themes of friendship, bullying, and self-esteem. Whether you're into dolls, ninja warriors or teddy bears, climbing trees, Tae Kwon Do or ballet, this book lets readers know that it's okay to be who you want to be. Avery's words are incredibly wise and articulate for such a young person and she will undoubtably provide support and inspiration to other families in similar situations.
Available: http://averyjackson.rocks/its-okay-to-sparkle/
Jessie's hat collection
by Nick Barnes
Language: English
Olympia, Washington : [Publisher not identified], 2018. ©2018.
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
ISBN: 9781983368868; 1983368865
Summary: This is a transgender children's book about a girl realizing that she is really a boy. Follow Jessie as he breaks the gender barrier for other young kids at school and at home. Jessie deals with adversity and finds support along the way from friends and family.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Jessies-Hat-Collection-Nick-Barnes/dp/1983368865
Other Kids Are Kids Almost Just Like You
written and illustrated by Christina Engela
Language: English
Lulu, 2016
36 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1365312674 ; 9781365312670
Summary: Join a lovable group of children in a delightful romp through an explanation of diversity, understanding it better, encouraging them to be compassionate towards others, regardless of who they are. Many kids today face bullying from their peers based on differences in race, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity. In a world where bullying and intolerance of diversity is becoming increasingly a problem, it's important to teach children - and adults - compassion for others. This book was written to inspire kids (and the adults who read it with kids) who are bullied for being different without focusing too strongly on the bullying angle. Christina Engela is an author and long-time human rights activist with experience in dealing with various types of bullying.
Available: https://www.amazon.com/Other-Kids-Almost-Just-Like/dp/1365312674/
¡Déjame en paz! Yo soy de colores. ¿Y tú?
by Olga Ibarra
illus. by Patricia Saavedra
Language: Spanish
La Locomotora, 2016.
p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 9788494583216
Summary: La mudanza de toda mi familia: mis madres, mis hermanos y mi perro a Citygris no resultó ser lo que me imaginaba. Una ciudad gris, todo era de ese color, hasta las personas eran grises y el colegio era igual; mi presencia no gustaba y se metian conmigo llamándome ¡Colorines, colorines! Un cuento para abordar el acoso escolar en edades tempras y la diversidad familiar. Con un sÃmil de temperas mágicas, se pretende plantear que la persistencia, el compromiso y la implicación hacen que la Tolerancia sea el eje vertebrador de las relaciones.
Available: http://libreriaolacacia.com/tienda/libros-diversidad-familiar/dejame-en-paz-yo-soy-de-colores-y-tu/
First week blues
by Jesse Greenslade
illus. by Anna Evans
Language: English
Summary: First Week Blues teaches children about diversity and acceptance. The story First Week Blues centres on a little penguin called Blue who is starting his first week at school. Blue is different from the other birds in his class. They think Blue is weird and do not accept him; they exclude and laugh at him. As Blue's first week progresses the other birds' less visible vulnerabilities are exposed. Through a social, emotional learning approach, the book promotes tolerance, vulnerability, acceptance and celebrates diversity. The book aims to boost a child's self-esteem and help them realise that being different is a positive trait.
Available: https://www.facebook.com/kiwiguyseekingsurrogate/
Knock It Off!: The LGBT+ Edition
written and illus. by Madeleine Gasperi
Language: English
CreateSpace, 2015.
36 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1511556358 ; 9781511556354
Summary: In society today, bullying has become socially acceptable. It is very evident that bullying happens everyone. Moreso to the individuals who identify as LGBT and everything else in between. The harassment needs to stop. It's time to Knock It Off!
Available: https://www.createspace.com/5411214
Maybe I'm different
written and illustrated by Gayle Stock
Language: English
Trafford, 2006.
20 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 9781412097109
Summary: Maybe I'm Different is a thoughtful, heart-warming book about being different and accepting those differences. The character illustrations are fantastic and their expressions alone tell a story. They, along with the verses, help us all to see that unkind words and actions can be very hurtful.
Available: http://bookstore.trafford.com/Products/SKU-000157693/Maybe-Im-Different.aspx
Super Tool Lula: The Kind Warrior
by Michele Yulo
illus. by Marley Smith
Language: English
BookLogix, 2013.
44 p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN: 1610053702 ; 9781610053709
Summary: Lula is a precocious ten-year-old who has her own tool belt and helps her dad with carpentry projects. She loves science, playing the drums, riding her skateboard, and hanging out with her friends in the Good Builders Club. As Super Tool Lula, she uses her super hero gifts and magical tools to protect and come to the aid of kids who are mistreated or bullied. She wants all kids to know that being kind is cool.
Available: http://www.amazon.com/Super-Tool-Lula-Kind-Warrior/dp/1610053702/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1422461133&sr=1-1
A Vila das Cores
by Bruno Magina
illus. by Carolina Figueira
Language: Portuguese
Lisboa : Escritório Editora, 2014.
p. : col. ill. ; cm.
ISBN:
Summary: A famÃlia Violeta veio recordar aos habitantes da vila que, com tantas cores existentes no mundo, não há razões para indiferença e preconceito.Somos todos diferentes e devemos ser livres de viver como mais gostamos. E é de toda esta diversidade que vem a riqueza. «Já me perguntaram onde fica "A Vila das Cores" ou se "A Vila das Cores" vem no mapa, mas não sei responder. Apenas sei que "A Vila das Cores" nunca mais foi a mesma desde a chegada da FamÃlia Violeta. Vem descobrir por que é que este acontecimento deixou alguns moradores da vila com os cabelos em pé...»Bruno Magina, autor "A Vila das Cores" aborda, de uma forma simples e divertida, a homossexualidade, a homofobia e a diversidade de famÃlias, desmistificando preconceitos e deixando uma mensagem de tolerância e respeito, tanto a crianças como a pessoas adultas. Ilustrado por Carolina Figueira, o livro inclui prefácio de Paulo Côrte-Real (Vice-presidente da Direcção da ILGA Portugal) e uma versão do texto integral em inglês. «"A Vila das Cores" é um livro infantil para todas as famÃlias – e um verdadeiro conto arco-Ãris.»Paulo Côrte-Real, Vice-.presidente da Direcção da ILGA Portugal
Available: http://www.fnac.pt/A-Vila-das-Cores-Bruno-Magina/a841605
A boy's best friend
by Joan Alden
illus. by Catherine Hopkins
Language: English
Boston, Mass. : Alyson Wonderland ; Distributed in London by GMP Publishers, ©1992.
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 21 x 26 cm.
ISBN: 1555832032 ; 9781555832032
Summary: Seven-year-old Will, an asthma sufferer and a target for bullies, finally gets the birthday wish of his dreams.
Available: http://www.amazon.com/Boys-Best-Friend-Alyson-Wonderland/dp/1555832032
Tough Eddie
by Elizabeth Winthrop
illus. by Lillian Hoban
Language: English
New York : Dutton, ©1985.
ISBN: 0525441646 ; 9780525441649
Summary: Although Eddie appears to be a tough kid, he also plays with a dollhouse, a secret he feels he cannot reveal even to his closest friends.
Available: http://www.amazon.com/Tough-Eddie-Elizabeth-Winthrop/dp/0525441646/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1372770683&sr=8-1&keywords=9780525441649
Princess Max
by Laurie Stiller
illus. by Gregory Rogers
Language: English
Milsons Point, NSW : Random House Australia, 2001.
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
ISBN: 0091834732 ; 9780091834739
Summary: Max loves to wear dresses.
Available: http://www.wheelersbooks.com.au/books/9780091834739-princess-max/
Lots of mommies
by Jane Severance
illus. by Jan Jones
Language: English
Chapel Hill, N.C. : Lollipop Power, ©1983.
34 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
ISBN: 091499624X ; 9780914996248
Summary: Emily has lots of mommies in the communal situation in which she lives and is cared for by all of them.
Available: http://www.amazon.com/Lots-Mommies-Jane-Severance/dp/091499624X
All I want to be is me
written and illus. by Phyllis Rothblatt
Language: English
[United States : s.n.], ©2011.
[20] p. : col. ill. ; 15 x 21 cm.
ISBN: 9781452818252 ; 1452818258
Summary: "...illustrated children's book that reflects the diverse ways that young children experience and express their gender identity. The book gives voice to the feelings of children who don't fit typical gender stereotypes, and who just want to be free to be themselves. The book also includes children who are fluid in their gender identity, as well as those that feel that their body doesn't match who they really are. It depicts children of different ethnic backgrounds, abilities and family configurations."--Website.
Available: http://www.alliwanttobeisme.com/www.alliwanttobeisme.com/Home.html
