BOOKS / LIVRES
FrançaisStart a conversation, change the world … with a book!
SOGI 1 2 3 Parent Resource – British Columbia Elementary Schools. – This video explains inclusive education and how gender is part of life’s diversity. It touches on how valuable books are in building understanding … “It starts with a story.”
Our book lists are sorted by age group for English and French readers and those looking for references with more in-depth information (e.g., useful to parents, teachers, and others).
Books That Build Pride (English), and references for a deeper dive into 2SLGBTQIA+ issues and understanding.
For young children up to Grade 3
A Family is a Family is a Family – Sara O’Leary (2016) Picture book
Whimsical; covers blended, foster, mixed-race, two-mom, grandma-guided families, etc.
Annie’s Plaid Shirt – Stacey B. Davids & Rachael Balsaitis (2015) K-4
Delightful picture book about Annie’s need to express her identity by wearing her favourite plaid shirt and her mother’s concern about what people will think if Annie does not wear a dress to her uncle’s wedding.
For middle school youth Grade 4-9
Drum Roll, Please – Lisa Jenn Bigelow (2019) (ages 9-15?)
Usually shy Melly joins the school band and finds that she has hidden confidence—when she’s playing the drums. When she goes to a music summer camp, Melly’s life changes completely: her parents separate, her best friend is less friendly, and Melly develops feelings for a girl named Adeline. A sweet story about finding confidence and following your passion, which tackles some tough issues with sensitivity.
Gracefully Grayson – Ami Polonsky (2014) Transgender novel (ages 11-14yr+?)
Grayson feels like a girl, despite being male-assigned, and decides to audition for a female role in a school play. She has a new friend, but also has to contend with bullies and disapproving adults. Beautifully written novel touches on friendships, teachers’ roles.
For young adults (age 15+?)
Beyond Magenta: Transgender Teens Speak Out – Susan Kuklin (2015) Ages 15-20
(Candid images enhance the narrative of respectful interviews with six transgender or gender-neutral young adults about their emotional and physical journey toward self-understanding and disclosure. Whether joyful or heartbreaking, each story is different.)
LGBT Families – Leeanne Currie-McGhee (2019)
Explores how families are changing and current status of laws in the United States. Really interesting discussion of perspectives of parents and peers.
For parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles (and all who support you)
Being Transgender – Robert Rodi & Laura Ross (2017) STF Stewart Resources Centre
An introductory text about the meaning of gender, crossdressers, drag, intersex and transitioning. Answers questions about hormone therapy, confusion vs certainty, and the risks of repressing gender identity.
Deepening the Discussion: Gender and Sexual Diversity – Saskatchewan Ministry of Education (2015).
http://publications.gov.sk.ca/details.cfm?p=75989&cl=1
This guide is an easy to read resource, written for teachers. Excellent table of contents.
Engagez une conversation, changez le monde — avec un livre!
SOGI 1 2 3 Ressources pour les parents Écoles élémentaires de la Colombie-Britannique.
Nos listes de livres sont classées par groupe d’âge pour les lecteurs anglophones et francophones et pour ceux qui recherchent des références avec des informations plus approfondies (par exemple, utiles aux parents, aux enseignants et autres).
Des livres qui font la fierté de tous (Français) and références pour une immersion plus profonde dans les questions 2SLGBTQIA+ et leur compréhension.
Livres pour les 3-6 ans – Présentation des concepts de genre et de famille
Et avec Tango, nous voilà trois! de J. Richardson, P. Parnell & H. Cole (2013 Rue du Monde)
Cet album est la traduction française de And Tango Makes Three (traduction de Laurana Serres-Giardi). Cet album basé sur un fait divers ayant lieu au zoo de Central Park en 2000, de manchots mâles en couple ayant « adopté » un œuf …
Jean a deux mamans de Ophélie Texier (2011 Paris L’ecole des loisirs)
Une maman ou deux mamans, est-ce vraiment si différent ?
Livres pour l’âge de l’école primaire
Deux garçons et un secret by Andrée Poulin (2016 Montréal Les Éditions de la Bagnole )
Le premier album d’une nouvelle collection aux Éditions de La Bagnole, des albums illustrés aux couleurs des émotions, des questions, des joies et des peines des enfants qui grandissent. “Les enfants ne viennent pas au monde avec des préjugés. Les adultes qui les entourent peuvent leur transmettre le respect de la différence, l’ouverture à la diversité.
Drôle de famille – Anaïs Valente (2013)
Des familles, il y en a de toutes les sortes: un papa et une maman et leurs enfants; deux papas et leurs enfants; des parents qui n’ont pas forcément la même couleur de peau que leurs enfants; deux mamans et leurs enfants.
