What do you like? How do you feel? Who are you? This brightly illustrated children's book provides a straightforward introduction to gender for anyone aged 5-8. It presents clear and direct language for understanding and talking about how we experience gender: our bodies, our expression and our identity. An interactive three-layered wheel included in the book is a simple, yet powerful, tool to clearly demonstrate the difference between our body, how we express ourselves through our clothes and hobbies, and our gender identity. Ideal for use in the classroom or at home, a short page-by-page guide for adults at the back of the book further explains the key concepts and identifies useful discussion points. This is a one-of-a-kind resource for understanding and celebrating the gender diversity that surrounds us.

At lunchtime, all of Tom's friends gather at school to work together building their house. Each one of them has a special job to do, and each one of them has a different way of expressing their gender identity. Jackson is a boy who likes to wear dresses. Ivy is a girl who likes her hair cut really short. Alex doesn't feel like 'just' a boy, or 'just' a girl. They are all the same, they are all different - but they are all friends. A very simple story that challenges gender stereotypes and shows 4 to 8 year olds that it is OK to be yourself. An engaging story that is more than just an educational tool; this book will assist parents and teachers in giving children the space to explore the full spectrum of gender diversity and will show children the many ways they can express their gender in a truly positive light.

The Skipping Stone, written by Kelly Lenihan and beautifully illustrated by Oona Risling-Sholl & Naomi Bardoff, is the delightful story of Nick, an ordinary little boy fervently yearning for something extraordinary to happen. One day, on a family outing, his dream comes true in a rather round about way. His wishful thinking finally pays off and he even ends up with a special memento to remind him of his extraordinary day. ABOUT THE AUTHOR As a child, Kelly Lenihan's imagination knew no bounds She was forever dreaming up fantastical stories, inventing make-believe worlds replete with colorful characters engaging in wondrous adventures. By the end of her teens, she d written countless short stories. Never losing her penchant for writing; she s been published in various magazines and enjoyed her own newspaper column for several years. To this day, she is an avid blogger and has several full-length books in the works. As a parent, Kelly Lenihan shared her love of the magical world of books by reading aloud to her two boys, sometimes making up stories on the fly. The Skipping Stone is one of those stories and it remains a beloved family favorite. She hopes you love it too. ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATORS Oona Risling-Sholl is an autodidactic artist hailing from foggy northern California. Her portfolio includes painting, drawing, and printmaking, as well as graphic art and poster design. She has also designed theater sets and backdrops for troupes and events throughout Northern California. This is her first time illustrating a children s book. Naomi Bardoff graduated from Bard College, where she majored in fine arts and studied watercolor, ink drawing, and book-making at Bard College. Naomi lives in Oakland, California where she draws animals, works on her illustration portfolio, experiments with vegan gluten-free baking, and wishes she owned several large dogs.