Featured Collections
Reading Well for mental health provides helpful information and support for managing common mental health conditions, or dealing with difficult feelings and experiences. Some books also include personal stories from people who are living with or caring for someone with mental health needs. JKP is proud to have published 3 of the 36 selected titles. Read more about the scheme and see the full list of books on the Reading Agency's website.
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Rainbow Village
A Story to Help Children Celebrate Diversity
Emmi Smid
In this delightful story, a kind stranger helps a whole village celebrate its inhabitants' differences. Beautifully illustrated and peopled with funny characters of many shapes, colours and customs, it includes guidance for adults on helping children aged 3+ understand the importance of diversity. Learn More2020, Hardback, 9.61in x 11.18in / 244mm x 284mm, 48pp, $17.95ISBN: 97817859224802020, Ebook, PDF, $17.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-533-2 -
She’s My Dad!
A Story for Children Who Have a Transgender Parent or Relative
Sarah Savage, illustrated by Joules Garcia
An illustrated picture book that tells the story of Mini and her dad Haley, a transgender woman, as Mini explains to her cousin why misgendering is damaging and emphasises the need to treat trans people with respect. For children aged 3+ who have a family member who is transitioning. Learn More2020, Hardback, 8.43in x 8.43in / 214mm x 214mm, 40pp, $16.95ISBN: 97817859261502020, Ebook, PDF, $16.95ISBN: 9781785926167 -
How to Stop Homophobic and Biphobic Bullying
A Practical Whole-School Approach
Jonathan Charlesworth M.Ed. Foreword by Peter K. Smith
A practical resource for teachers to help stop homophobic and biphobic bullying, working with those who bully and supporting those who are bullied. Create safe LGBT inclusive learning environments through activities, lessons plans and worksheets, ready to implement in the classroom. Learn More2020, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.91in / 228mm x 150mm, 208pp, $27.95ISBN: 97817877530682015, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.02in / 228mm x 153mm, 184pp, $29.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-461-42020, Ebook, ePUB, $27.95ISBN: 9781787753075 -
The Big Book of LGBTQ+ Activities
Teaching Children about Gender Identity, Sexuality, Relationships and Different Families
Amie Taylor, illustrated by Liza Stevens
Illustrated fairytales teaching children age 6 - 9 about gender identity and relationships. This engaging workbook will support inclusive learning environments in schools and the fun activities help children connect with and explore the ideas raised in each story. Learn More2020, Paperback / softback, 11.65in x 8.19in / 296mm x 208mm, 144pp, $26.95ISBN: 97817877533722020, Ebook, PDF, $26.95ISBN: 9781787753389 -
The Educator's Guide to LGBT+ Inclusion
A Practical Resource for K-12 Teachers, Administrators, and School Support Staff
Kryss Shane, MS, MSW, LSW, LMSW. Foreword by PostSecret. Afterword by James Lecesne.
Complete guidebook for education professionals on how to create LGBT+ inclusive schools that benefit all students, families, and staff, and affirm LGBT+ identities, within the American K-12 education system. Learn More2020, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.98in / 228mm x 152mm, 240pp, $24.95ISBN: 97817877510882020, Ebook, ePUB, $24.95ISBN: 9781787751095 -
Gender Explorers
Our Stories of Growing Up Trans and Changing the World
Juno Roche. Foreword by Susie Green. Afterword by Cara English and Jay Stewart.
Life-affirming and inspiring interviews with young trans people who are making gender work for them in order to live happy and fulfilled lives, expertly crafted by the internationally recognised trans writer and campaigner Juno Roche. Learn More2020, Paperback / softback, 8.43in x 5.35in / 214mm x 136mm, 192pp, $18.95ISBN: 97817877525972020, Ebook, ePUB, $18.95ISBN: 9781787752603 -
The Every Body Book
The LGBTQ+ Inclusive Guide for Kids about Sex, Gender, Bodies, and Families
Rachel E. Simon, LCSW, illustrated by Noah Grigni
An illustrated LGBTQ+ inclusive kid's guide to sex, gender and relationships education that includes children and families of all genders and sexual orientations, covering puberty, hormones, consent, sex, pregnancy and safety. Learn More2020, Hardback, 9.92in x 7.01in / 252mm x 178mm, 96pp, $19.95ISBN: 97817877517362020, Ebook, ePUB, $19.95ISBN: 9781787751743 -
Being a Super Trans Ally!
A Creative Workbook and Journal for Young People
Phoenix Schneider, MSW and Sherry Paris, MEd
An interactive workbook full of activities to give young people aged 10+ the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to be an ally for their trans friends and family. Learn More2020, Paperback / softback, 9.69in x 6.77in / 246mm x 172mm, 224pp, $19.95ISBN: 97817877519892020, Ebook, ePUB, $19.95ISBN: 9781787751996 -
Not Just a Tomboy
A Trans Masculine Memoir
Caspar J. Baldwin
While trans masculine experience is often neglected in the media, this memoir captures what life is really like as a trans man today. Caspar Baldwin uses his experiences to open up wider debates about how we impose gender on children, what cis people don't understand about the transition process, and how to thrive as a trans masculine millennial. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 8.50in x 6.46in / 216mm x 164mm, 248pp, $18.95ISBN: 97817859246372018, Ebook, ePUB, 176pp, $18.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-845-6 -
Trans Teen Survival Guide
Owl Fisher and Fox Fisher
Frank, friendly and funny, this must-read guide is packed full of advice from authors who understand the realities and complexities of growing up trans. Readers will come away empowered and armed with practical advice on how to navigate everything from coming out, clothes and pronouns, to wearing binders or packers, hormone therapy and self-care. Learn More2018, Paperback / softback, 8.43in x 5.35in / 214mm x 136mm, 224pp, $17.95ISBN: 97817859234182018, Ebook, ePUB, 176pp, $17.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-662-9