Below, you’ll find a great collection of books for all ages! From books about gender identity and sexual orientation, to self-discovery and breaking out of the binary, there’s a little something for everyone.
Select a collection from the links below to jump straight to the collection you’d like to review:
- Children’s Book Collection
- Youth Book Collection
- Coming of Age Book Collection
- Parent Book Collection.
Some resources are subject to purchase for access. All resources are their own entity. Pflag Peel Region does not own, produce, or distribute any of the following resources. Inclusion to the directory does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation between the resource and pflag Peel Region.
Children’s Book Collection
First off, we’ve selected a few books that are great for young readers, starting at age 10 and under. They introduce a variety of topics ranging from gender to simply being who you are and how you feel!
by Todd Parr
by Michael Hall
by Jessica Walton and illustrated by Dougal MacPherson
by JR and Vanessa Ford and illustrated by Kayla Harren
by Jessica Kingsley Publishers
by Jessica Kingsley Publishers
by Trinity Neal, Deshanna Neal, Art Twink (Illustrator)
by Rob Sanders, Illustrated by Steven Salerno
By Various Authors,Edited by Katherine Locke and Nicole Melleby
by Alex Gino
by Alex Gino
by Ronnie Riley
by Ronnie Riley
by Robin Stevenson
by Dale Mueller
Youth Book Collection
We’ve also selected a few engaging reads for younger teens, suitable for ages 11 and up. They explore further about gender identity and transitioning, and breaking from gender binaries!
by Alex Gino
by Ami Polonsky
by Cory Silverberg and Fiona Smyth
by Zain Bandali and illustrated by Jani Balakumar
By George M. Johnson
Disclaimer: Depictions of Self-Harm, Suicide, and Assault.
Edited by Dr. Lindsay Elliot and Kate Fry
by Phoenix Schneider, MSW and Sherry Paris, MED
Disclaimer: The listing of this resource is not a formal educational recommendation. This is an interactive workbook and listed for those who are interested to explore.
bySarah Prager
Disclaimer: Contains mentions of Self-Harm, Suicide, Persecution, Violence, and Trauma.
by Guido A. Sanchez
by Victoria Barron
Coming of Age Book Collection
In this section, we actually take a broader approach: the term “coming of age” applies to teens and young adults looking to explore their sexuality, identity, and themselves. Books in this category are suitable for those age 17 and over.
By Juno Dawson and introduction by David Levithan
By Kelly Madrone
Disclaimer: Contains mentions of Self-Harm, Suicide, and Depression.
By Susan Kuklin
By Gigi Gorgeous and Gottmik
By Arin Andrews
By Jonny Garza Villa
Published By DK
Disclaimer: Contains mentions of Trauma and Persecution.
By Mohsin Zaidi
Disclaimer:Contains Depictions of Self-Harm and Suicide.
By Danny Ramadan
Disclaimer: Contains depictions of trauma, violence, imprisonment, and complex refugee experiences.
Parent Book Collection
This collection is for parents, or soon-to-be-parents! Feel free to explore the books below about gender creativity and identity, parenting guides for 2SLGBTQIA+ kids of all ages, and self-discovery!
By Diane Ehrensaft
By Michelle Alfano
By Stephanie Brill and Rachel Pepper
By Danielle Owens-Reid and Kristin Russo
By Jamie Bruesehoff
It’s so clear that there are plenty of inspiring books out there. Where to find them? We recommend libraries all over Peel Region! Click here to explore the Community Support page to find out about them!
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