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10,000 dresses

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Ewert, Marcus, Ray, Rex (ill.). New York, NY: Seven Stories Press , 2008.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 716 EWE 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Every night, Bailey dreams about magical dresses: dresses made of crystals and rainbows, dresses made of flowers, dresses made of windows... Unfortunately, when Bailey's awake, no one wants to hear about these beautiful dreams. Quite the contrary: "You're a BOY!"; Mother and Father tell Bailey. "Yo…
Author
Ewert, Marcus
Ray, Rex (ill.)
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Seven Stories Press
Publication Date
2008
Physical Description
Softcover: [30 p.]
Subject
Gender Reassignment
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
Children's Self-Identity
LGBT
Picture Books
Abstract
Every night, Bailey dreams about magical dresses: dresses made of crystals and rainbows, dresses made of flowers, dresses made of windows... Unfortunately, when Bailey's awake, no one wants to hear about these beautiful dreams. Quite the contrary: "You're a BOY!"; Mother and Father tell Bailey. "You shouldn't be thinking about dresses at all." Then Bailey meets Laurel, an older girl who is touched and inspired by Bailey's imagination and courage. In friendship, the two of them begin making dresses together. And Bailey becomes the girl she always dreamed she'd be!
ISBN
9781583228500
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 716 EWE 2008

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Beautiful music for ugly children

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Cronn-Mills, Kirstin. Woodbury, MN: Flux , 2012.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GL 716 CRO 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
My birth name is Elizabeth, but I'm a guy. Gabe. My parents think I've gone crazy and the rest of the world is happy to agree with them, but I know I'm right. I've been a boy my whole life.; When you think about it, I'm like a record. Elizabeth is my A side, the song everybody knows, and Gabe is my…
Author
Cronn-Mills, Kirstin
Place of Publication
Woodbury, MN
Publisher
Flux
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
Paperback: 271 pages
Subject
Gender Reassignment
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
Young Adults Sexuality
LGBT
Abstract
My birth name is Elizabeth, but I'm a guy. Gabe. My parents think I've gone crazy and the rest of the world is happy to agree with them, but I know I'm right. I've been a boy my whole life.
When you think about it, I'm like a record. Elizabeth is my A side, the song everybody knows, and Gabe is my B side, not heard as often, but just as good.
It's time to let my B side play.
ISBN
9780738732510
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GL 716 CRO 2012

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Be who you are

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Carr, Jennifer, Rumback, Ben (Illustrator). Bloomington, IN: AuthorHouse , 2010.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 716 CAR 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Meet Hope, a child who despite being born in a boy's body has always felt like a girl inside. Follow a journey of self awareness as Hope expresses the need to live authentically for the first time. Hope's parents provide a supportive environment where Hope enjoys self expression without worry or ju…
Author
Carr, Jennifer
Rumback, Ben (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
Bloomington, IN
Publisher
AuthorHouse
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
Softcover: 32 p.
Subject
Children's Gender Identity and Expression
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
Children's Self-Identity
LGBT
Abstract
Meet Hope, a child who despite being born in a boy's body has always felt like a girl inside. Follow a journey of self awareness as Hope expresses the need to live authentically for the first time. Hope's parents provide a supportive environment where Hope enjoys self expression without worry or judgement. However, everyday life outside of Hope's home can be far more challenging.
ISBN
9781452087252
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 716 CAR 2010

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Beyond magenta: Transgender teens speak out

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Kuklin, Susan. Somerville, Massachusetts: Candlewick Press , 2014.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GL 716 KUK 2014
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
In Beyond Magenta, six teens tell what it is like for them to be members of the transgender community. Portraits and family photographs grace the pages, adding immediacy to the emotional and physical journeys of these unwaveringly honest young adults.
Author
Kuklin, Susan
Place of Publication
Somerville, Massachusetts
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
Hardcover: 174 p.
Subject
Gender Reassignment
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
Children's Self-Identity
Young Adults Sexuality
LGBT
Abstract
In Beyond Magenta, six teens tell what it is like for them to be members of the transgender community. Portraits and family photographs grace the pages, adding immediacy to the emotional and physical journeys of these unwaveringly honest young adults.
ISBN
9780763656119
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GL 716 KUK 2014

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Beyond puberty

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Isham, Kerri. Qualicum Beach, BC: Ryane's Gate , 2019.
URL
www.powerupworkshops.com
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GA 110 ISH 2019
Entering adulthood can be a scary time but with accurate and up-to-date information you can learn to embrace, and be excited about, the changes that are going to happen to your body, mind, spirit, and relationships.
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URL
www.powerupworkshops.com
Author
Isham, Kerri
Place of Publication
Qualicum Beach, BC
Publisher
Ryane's Gate
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
Spiralbound softcover ; vii, 125 p.
Subject
Puberty
Masturbation
Sex Education
Sexual Health
Sexuality
Sexual Abuse-Prevention
Abstract
Entering adulthood can be a scary time but with accurate and up-to-date information you can learn to embrace, and be excited about, the changes that are going to happen to your body, mind, spirit, and relationships.
ISBN
9780994845122
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GA 110 ISH 2019
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Gender born, gender made: Raising healthy gender-nonconforming children

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Ehrensaft, Diane. New York, NY: The Experiment , 2011.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 716 EHR 2011
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A guide for parents, clinicians, and educators on both the philosophical dilemmas and the practical, daily concerns of working with children who do not fit a "typical" gender mold.; Table of Contents:; Chapter 1 Relearning gender; Chapter 2 The family's path is covered with roses and thorns; Chapte…
Author
Ehrensaft, Diane
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
The Experiment
Publication Date
2011
Physical Description
Softcover: 275 p.
Subject
Children's Gender Identity and Expression
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
Children's Self-Identity
Young Adults Sexuality
LGBT
Abstract
A guide for parents, clinicians, and educators on both the philosophical dilemmas and the practical, daily concerns of working with children who do not fit a "typical" gender mold.
Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 Relearning gender
Chapter 2 The family's path is covered with roses and thorns
Chapter 3 True gender self, false gender self, gender creativity
Chapter 4 The gender-creative parent
Chapter 5 One pill makes you girl, one pill makes you boy
Chapter 6 We are family
Chapter 7 The gender-creative therapist
Chapter 8 Who are the genders in your neighborhood?
ISBN
9781615190010
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 716 EHR 2011

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The gender quest workbook: A guide for teens & young adults exploring gender identity

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Testa, Rylan Jay, Coolhart, Deborah, Peta, Jayme. Oakland, CA: Instant Help Books , 2015.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GA 600 TES 2015
Availability
1 copy, 0 available
A comprehensive workbook to navigate gender identity and expression at home, in school, and with peers.
Author
Testa, Rylan Jay
Coolhart, Deborah
Peta, Jayme
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
Instant Help Books
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
Softcover: 169 p.
Subject
Gender identity
Gender Reassignment
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
Young Adults Sexuality
LGBT
Abstract
A comprehensive workbook to navigate gender identity and expression at home, in school, and with peers.
ISBN
9781626252974
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GA 600 TES 2015

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Get that freak: Homophobia and transphobia in high schools

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Haskell, Rebecca, Burtch, Brian. Halifax, NS: Fernwood Publishing , 2010.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GA 600 HAS 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Bullying in schools has garnered significant attention recently, but little has been said about the bullying of homosexuals and transexual students in Canadian high schools. This book fills that gap by exploring the experiences of youth who identify or are identified as "queer." Based on interviews…
Author
Haskell, Rebecca
Burtch, Brian
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
Fernwood Publishing
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
Paperback: 126 pages
Subject
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
LGBT
Education. Schools
Bullying
Abstract
Bullying in schools has garnered significant attention recently, but little has been said about the bullying of homosexuals and transexual students in Canadian high schools. This book fills that gap by exploring the experiences of youth who identify or are identified as "queer." Based on interviews with recent high school graduates in British Columbia, these researchers provide stories of physical, verbal, and emotional harassment in this group and offer insights into the negative outcomes that result from the experience of being bullied. On the other hand, however, these young people were not helpless victims: many learned to rely on resistance, inner strength, and true friends. In the last chapter, the authors make recommendations for handling homophobic and transphobic bullying in high schools and supporting students who experience this form of harassment.
ISBN
9781552663783
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GA 600 HAS 2010

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Gracefully Grayson

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Polonsky, Ami. Los Angeles, CA | New York, NY: Hyperion , 2014.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 716 POL 2014
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Grayson, a transgender twelve-year-old, learns to accept her true identity and share it with the world.
Author
Polonsky, Ami
Place of Publication
Los Angeles, CA
New York, NY
Publisher
Hyperion
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
Paperback, 247 p.
Subject
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
Children's Self-Identity
Young Adults Sexuality
LGBT
Abstract
Grayson, a transgender twelve-year-old, learns to accept her true identity and share it with the world.
ISBN
9781484723654
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 716 POL 2014

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Le guide du zizi sexuel

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Bruller, Hélène. Glénat , 2018.
URL
www.zeporama.com
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GK 305 BRU 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
bébés ? Comment on "roule une pelle" ? Les préados retrouvent Titeuf dans cet ouvrage ludo-pédagogique destiné à répondre aux nombreuses questions qu'ils se posent sur la découverte de l'amour et de la sexualité, la transformation du corps. Passerelle entre ces interrogations et les réponses que ch…
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URL
www.zeporama.com
Author
Bruller, Hélène
Publisher
Glénat
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
Hardcover ; 89 pages
Subject
Sexual Health
Puberty
Abstract
bébés ? Comment on "roule une pelle" ? Les préados retrouvent Titeuf dans cet ouvrage ludo-pédagogique destiné à répondre aux nombreuses questions qu'ils se posent sur la découverte de l'amour et de la sexualité, la transformation du corps. Passerelle entre ces interrogations et les réponses que cherchent les adultes, ce guide s'adresse aussi aux parents confrontés à la curiosité de leurs enfants. Un guide qui réunit conseils et informations utiles, avec les mots du quotidien, l'humour et l'espièglerie de Titeuf : plus d'une centaine de dessins le mettent en scène, en pleine du découverte du comportement sexuel.
ISBN
9782723428026
Language
French
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GK 305 BRU 2018

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It's perfectly normal: Changing bodies, growing up, sex, gender and sexual health

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Harris, Robie H., Emberley, Michael (Illustrator). Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GA 100 HAR 2021
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
With more than 1.5 million copies in print, It?s Perfectly Normal has been a trusted resource on sexuality for more than twenty-five years. Rigorously vetted by experts, this is the most ambitiously updated edition yet, featuring to-the-minute information and language accompanied by new and refresh…
Author
Harris, Robie H.
Emberley, Michael (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
Cambridge, MA
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
paperback, 128 pages
Subject
Sex Education
Sexual Health
Puberty
Child Sexual Behaviour
Young Adults Sexuality
Abstract
With more than 1.5 million copies in print, It?s Perfectly Normal has been a trusted resource on sexuality for more than twenty-five years. Rigorously vetted by experts, this is the most ambitiously updated edition yet, featuring to-the-minute information and language accompanied by new and refreshed art.
ISBN
9781536207200
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GA 100 HAR 2021

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Gino, Alex. New York, NY: Scholastic Press , 2015.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
ELEM GA 600 GIN 2015
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
More than anything else, Melissa wants to play Charlotte in her fourth-grade class's production of Charlotte's Web. The problem is, her teacher won't let her, because her teacher thinks Melissa is a boy. But Melissa isn't about to let that squash her dream. With the help of her best friend, Melissa…
Alternate Title
Formerly: George
Author
Gino, Alex
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
Hardcover, 195 p.
Subject
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
LGBT
Young Adults
Abstract
More than anything else, Melissa wants to play Charlotte in her fourth-grade class's production of Charlotte's Web. The problem is, her teacher won't let her, because her teacher thinks Melissa is a boy. But Melissa isn't about to let that squash her dream. With the help of her best friend, Melissa must learn to stand up for her wish - and brave a few bullies along the way.
[Note: blurb adapted from publisher version]
ISBN
9780545812542
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
ELEM GA 600 GIN 2015

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Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine dress

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Baldacchino, Christine, Malenfant, Isabelle. [Toronto, ON]: Groundwood Books , 2014.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 716 BAL 2014
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
A young boy faces adversity from classmates when he wears an orange dress at school.
Author
Baldacchino, Christine
Malenfant, Isabelle
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Groundwood Books
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
Hardcover, [28 p.], ill.
Subject
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
LGBT
Picture Books
Children
Abstract
A young boy faces adversity from classmates when he wears an orange dress at school.
ISBN
9781554983476
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GK 716 BAL 2014

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My child's sexuality

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Saint-Pierre, Frédérique, Viau, Marie-France. Montréal: QC: Éditions du CHU Sainte-Justine , 2009.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 880 SAU 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
The authors answer parents' questions about their child's sexuality.
Author
Saint-Pierre, Frédérique
Viau, Marie-France
Place of Publication
Montréal: QC
Publisher
Éditions du CHU Sainte-Justine
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
Paperback, 76 p.
Subject
Sexuality
Child Behaviour
Parenting
Sexual Health
Abstract
The authors answer parents' questions about their child's sexuality.
ISBN
9782896191499
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 880 SAU 2009

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Pride: Celebrating diversity and community

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114354
Stevenson, Robin. [Victoria, BC?]: Orca Book Publishers , 2016.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GL 716 STE 2016
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This work of nonfiction for middle readers examines what-and why-gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people and their supporters celebrate on Pride Day every June.
Author
Stevenson, Robin
Place of Publication
[Victoria, BC?]
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
Paperback, 119 p., ill.
Subject
LGBT
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
Young Adults
Abstract
This work of nonfiction for middle readers examines what-and why-gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people and their supporters celebrate on Pride Day every June.
ISBN
9781459809932
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GL 716 STE 2016

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Questions and answers: Sexual health education for youth with physical disabilities

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Public Health Agency of Canada. [Ottawa, ON]: Public Health Agency of Canada , 2013.
URL
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/infectious-diseases/sexual-health-sexually-transmitted-infections/reports-publications/questions-answers-youth.html
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GA 110 PUB 2013
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This document provides evidence-informed answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding sexual health education for youth with physical disabilities. The goal of this resource is to assist in the creation of supportive and healthy learning environments for youth with physical disabilities …
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URL
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/infectious-diseases/sexual-health-sexually-transmitted-infections/reports-publications/questions-answers-youth.html
Corporate Author
Public Health Agency of Canada
Place of Publication
[Ottawa, ON]
Publisher
Public Health Agency of Canada
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
Softcover: 22 p.
Subject
Sexuality
Physical Disability. Physically Challenged
Sexual Health
Abstract
This document provides evidence-informed answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding sexual health education for youth with physical disabilities. The goal of this resource is to assist in the creation of supportive and healthy learning environments for youth with physical disabilities and to support the provision of comprehensive sexual health education that is inclusive of their needs.
Notes
French version also available: Questions and réponses: éducation en matière de santé sexuelle à l'intention des jeunes ayant une incapacité physique
ISBN
9781100544823
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GA 110 PUB 2013

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A quick and easy guide to sex and disability

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Andrews, A. Portland, OR: Limerence Press , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GA 110 AND 2021
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This easy-to-read comic book guide covers the basics of disability sexuality, common myths about disabled bodies, communication tips, and practical suggestions for having the best sexual experience possible.
Author
Andrews, A.
Place of Publication
Portland, OR
Publisher
Limerence Press
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Paperback; 70p.; Graphic novel
Subject
Disabilities
Sex Education
Sexual Health
LGBTQ
Abstract
This easy-to-read comic book guide covers the basics of disability sexuality, common myths about disabled bodies, communication tips, and practical suggestions for having the best sexual experience possible.
ISBN
9781620106945
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH GA 110 AND 2021

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Raising my rainbow: Adventures in raising a fabulous, gender creative son

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Duron, Lori, Harris, Neil Patrick (foreword), Burtka, David (foreword). New York, NY: Broadway Books , 2013.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 716 DUR 2013
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Raising My Rainbow is Lori Duron's frank, heartfelt, and brutally funny account of her and her family's adventures of distress and happiness raising a gender-creative son. Whereas her older son, Chase, is a Lego-loving, sports-playing boy's boy, her younger son, C.J., would much rather twirl around…
Author
Duron, Lori
Harris, Neil Patrick (foreword)
Burtka, David (foreword)
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Broadway Books
Publication Date
2013
Physical Description
Softcover: 278 p.
Subject
Gender Reassignment
Sexual Health
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
Children's Self-Identity
Young Adults Sexuality
LGBT
Abstract
Raising My Rainbow is Lori Duron's frank, heartfelt, and brutally funny account of her and her family's adventures of distress and happiness raising a gender-creative son. Whereas her older son, Chase, is a Lego-loving, sports-playing boy's boy, her younger son, C.J., would much rather twirl around in a pink sparkly tutu, with a Disney Princess in each hand while singing Lady Gaga's "Paparazzi."
C.J. is gender variant or gender nonconforming, whichever you prefer. Whatever the term, Lori has a boy who likes girl stuff - really likes girl stuff. He floats on the gender-variation spectrum from super-macho-masculine on the left all the way to super-girly-feminine on the right. He's not all pink and not all blue. He's a muddled mess or a rainbow creation. Lori and her family choose to see the rainbow.
ISBN
9780770437725
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 716 DUR 2013

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Relationships decoded: The curriculum

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Relationships Decoded , 2020.
Material Type
Website
This webpage provides lesson plans and visual supports for teachers, counselors, parents, or advocates who are interested in teaching social-sexual education to adults with developmental disabilities.
Publisher
Relationships Decoded
Publication Date
2020
Subject
Developmental Disabilities
Sex Education
Sexual Health
Social Behaviour
Abstract
This webpage provides lesson plans and visual supports for teachers, counselors, parents, or advocates who are interested in teaching social-sexual education to adults with developmental disabilities.
Language
English
Material Type
Website
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Rough, tough Charley

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Kay, Verla, Gustavson, Adam (Illustrator). Berkeley, CA: Tricycle Press , 2007.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GA 600 KAY 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
In this picture-book biography, she introduces stagecoach driver Charley Parkhurst, whose astonishing secret was revealed after death: Hold your horses / Huge surprise . . . / He's a woman in disguise. Rhyming couplets follow Parkhurst from orphaned stableboy to Old West legend, known for coarse be…
Author
Kay, Verla
Gustavson, Adam (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
Berkeley, CA
Publisher
Tricycle Press
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
Hardcover: 32 pages
Subject
Gender Reassignment
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues
Children's Self-Identity
LGBT
Abstract
In this picture-book biography, she introduces stagecoach driver Charley Parkhurst, whose astonishing secret was revealed after death: Hold your horses / Huge surprise . . . / He's a woman in disguise. Rhyming couplets follow Parkhurst from orphaned stableboy to Old West legend, known for coarse behavior and consummate driving skill. The pace is sometimes jarring, but Kay admirably distills the facts with the fewest possible words. Young people will quickly understand the unusual freedoms Charley enjoyed, in contrast to those of other women: They were bound by / Petticoats. / Couldn't drive or / Cast their votes. Realistic, oil paintings evoke the period and create a strong character in rough, formidable Charley.
ISBN
9781582461847
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR GA 600 KAY 2007

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