Meet Kit - a 12 year old undergoing medical transition - as he talks about gender and the different ways it can be explored. He explains what it is like to transition and how his friends, family and teachers can help through talking, listening and being proactive. With illustrations throughout, this is an ideal way to start conversations about gender diversity in the classroom or at home and suitable for those working in professional services and settings. The book also includes a useful list of recommended reading, organisations and websites for further information and support.

 

 

This book is part of a book series called Can I Tell You About? .

This book has been graded for interest at 7-18 years.

There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published in 2016 by Jessica Kingsley Publishers .

Olly Pike is an advocate for LGBT+ equality. He is the founder of Pop'n'Olly, an online LGBT+ education resource for children, parents and teachers. He is based in London, UK. www. popnolly. com CJ Atkinson is an academic and an activist, currently completing a PhD in Creative Writing at Goldsmiths University. They are an active member of the trans community, as well as a regular YouTube contributor. Their pronouns are they/their, and they proudly identify as queer.

This book has the following chapters: 1. Introducing Kit. 2. Gender Identity. 3. Sexual Orientation. 4. Transitioning. 5. Gender Expression. 6. Gender Dysphoria & Euphoria. 7. Gender Identity Clinics. 8. Language. 9. The Equality Act (2010). 10. School. 11. Misgendering. 12. Being Kit. How Other People Can Help. Further Guidance & Support Groups.