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Books for Gender Identity & Expression for Ages 0–3 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books for Gender Identity & Expression for Ages 0–3

At this age, your little one is beginning to notice the wonderful variety in the people they love and the clothes they wear. These twelve board books and first stories provide a gentle, cozy way to show your toddler that they are free to explore every color of the rainbow while feeling completely safe in who they are. You can use these simple pages to build a foundation of self-acceptance and joy from their very first lap read together.

12 books

Cover of Julián Is a Mermaid

Julián Is a Mermaid

Julián transforms a yellow curtain into a tail and a fern into a crown as he dreams of the magic and joy found in being

Cover of This Day in June

This Day in June

Gayle E. Pitman

Vibrant illustrations capture the exuberant energy of a Pride parade, inviting everyone to share in a day of community,

Cover of Pink is Just a Color and so is Blue

Pink is Just a Color and so is Blue

For the child who feels pressured to fit into traditional roles, this book celebrates the freedom to choose what you lov

Cover of From the Stars in the Sky to the Fish in the Sea

From the Stars in the Sky to the Fish in the Sea

For the child who feels they do not fit into simple boxes, this lyrical story celebrates the beauty of being everything

Ages 3–8

Cover of Just Being Fred

Just Being Fred

Julia Coldicott

Fred looks like a frog to everyone else, but inside he knows he is a duck, leading him on a gentle journey of self-accep

Cover of Pink Is for Boys

Pink Is for Boys

For children navigating the 'rules' of what they can like, this vibrant guide empowers kids to claim every color and act

Cover of Archie and the Bear

Archie and the Bear

A boy in a bear suit and a bear in a boy suit find common ground in the woods over shared adventures and a warm honey sa

Cover of Want to Play Trucks?

Want to Play Trucks?

For children navigating different play styles and interests, this story shows how two boys bridge the gap between 'tough

Cover of Something Great

Something Great

Jeanette Bradley

Quinn creates Something Great in their workshop, but no one knows what it is until a new friend realizes it can be anyth

Cover of Being You: A First Conversation About Gender (First Conversations)

Being You: A First Conversation About Gender (First Conversations)

Megan Madison & Jessica Ralli

For parents looking to discuss gender identity and stereotypes with toddlers using clear, affirming, and age-appropriate

Cover of Jess Wore A Dress

Jess Wore A Dress

A Brighter Day Bookworks

For the child who loves to express themselves through their wardrobe and parents seeking to foster an environment of unc

Cover of They She He Me: Free to Be!

They She He Me: Free to Be!

Maya Gonzalez, Matthew Smith-Gonzalez

Busting gender stereotypes and assumptions one pronoun at a time! Pronouns serve as a familiar starting point for kids a

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