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Support Children as They Explore Gender and Pronouns
By Afsaneh Moradian, author of Jamie and Bubbie: A Book About People’s Pronouns About a year ago, my then seven-year-old told me that they were nonbinary and that their pronouns were she/they. Since they still considered she one of their … Continue reading
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Tagged Free Spirit author, gender pronouns, inclusiveness, LGBTQ, personal gender pronouns, Pride Month, trans students
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Trans Youth Need Our Support
By Afsaneh Moradian, author of Jamie and Bubbie: A Book About People’s Pronouns Pride month is a time for the LGBT+ community to come together (with the support of friends, family, and allies) and celebrate how far people have come … Continue reading
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Tagged Free Spirit author, inclusiveness, LGBTQ, Pride Month, trans students
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Walking the Talk: How Allies Can Support LGBTQ Students on National Coming Out Day
By Kelly Huegel Madrone, author of LGBTQ: The Survival Guide for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Teens We’re fast approaching National Coming Out Day (October 11)—when LGBTQ folks everywhere celebrate who they are by affirming their identities, some for … Continue reading
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Tagged Free Spirit author, gay youth, gender, gender expression, inclusiveness, LGBTQ, trans students
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10 Tips for Establishing an LGBTQ Student-Led Group at Your School
By Liz Bergren Starting a Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) group can be an exciting time for your school or organization. When you have made the decision to form this group, know that you will be doing something extremely important for the … Continue reading
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Tagged gay youth, gender, gender expression, GLBTQ, middle school, talking with teens, trans students
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