Chicago Public Library "Best of the Best"

giving rise to an underclass of so-called Shadesters who are disenfranchised

Oster finds that the conventional wisdom doesn't always hold up

Fans of middle school graphic novels exploring identity and self-esteem will appreciate the poignant yet humorous journey of finding one's place in the world

Kathryn Tuggle

Introducing Teddy: A gentle story about gender and friendship Country Music Chicago Public Library "Best ofIntroducing Teddy introduces the youngest readers to understanding gender identity and transition in an accessible and heart warming story about being true to yourself and being a good friend. Errol and his teddy, Thomas, are best friends who do everything together. Whether it's riding a bike, playing in the tree house, having a tea party, or all of the above, every day holds something fun to do. One sunny day, Errol finds that Thomas is sad, even