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One Book,One County 2020: George by Alex Gino

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The San Mateo County Office of Education is sponsoring One Book, One County 2020, featuring the book George by Alex Gino. The list below focuses on supporting or related books aimed at middle school and high school readers.

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Find out more about San Mateo Office of Education's One Book, One County inititiative, upcoming virtual events related to the book, and additional supporting resources for students, teachers, and families. Find out more about San Mateo Office of Education's One Book, One County inititiative, upcoming virtual events related to the book, and additional supporting resources for students, teachers, and families. Show less

George

George

by Gino, Alex

Book - 2015

While most people see 10-year old George as a boy, inside she knows she is a girl named Melissa. When her school decides to put on a play of Charlotte's W...Show more While most people see 10-year old George as a boy, inside she knows she is a girl named Melissa. When her school decides to put on a play of Charlotte's Web, George hopes to play Charlotte. While her best friend is supportive, George finds resistance at home and at school. Will George be able to share her true self and become who she knows herself to be? This touching and warmly humorous novel is the 2020 One Book. One County selection by the San Mateo County Office of Education. Recommended for grade 4 and up. Show less

While most people see 10-year old George as a boy, inside she knows she is a girl named Melissa. When her school decides to put on a play of Charlotte's W...Show more While most people see 10-year old George as a boy, inside she knows she is a girl named Melissa. When her school decides to put on a play of Charlotte's Web, George hopes to play Charlotte. While her best friend is supportive, George finds resistance at home and at school. Will George be able to share her true self and become who she knows herself to be? This touching and warmly humorous novel is the 2020 One Book. One County selection by the San Mateo County Office of Education. Recommended for grade 4 and up. Show less

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George

George

by Gino, Alex

eBook - 2015

Ebook version of the this year's SMCOE One Book, One County selection. Ebook version of the this year's SMCOE One Book, One County selection. Show less

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Lily and Dunkin

Lily and Dunkin

by Gephart, Donna

Book - 2016

8th grader Lily (born Timothy) is excited to share more of her true self at school and in the world (not just with her family and best friend). Lily befri...Show more 8th grader Lily (born Timothy) is excited to share more of her true self at school and in the world (not just with her family and best friend). Lily befriends new kid Norbert and nicknames him Dunkin. Dunkin is bipolar and also feels different from others. The two tell their stories in alternating chapters as they face the challenges of a new school year and the paths before them. Recommended for grades 6 and up. Show less

8th grader Lily (born Timothy) is excited to share more of her true self at school and in the world (not just with her family and best friend). Lily befri...Show more 8th grader Lily (born Timothy) is excited to share more of her true self at school and in the world (not just with her family and best friend). Lily befriends new kid Norbert and nicknames him Dunkin. Dunkin is bipolar and also feels different from others. The two tell their stories in alternating chapters as they face the challenges of a new school year and the paths before them. Recommended for grades 6 and up. Show less

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The Moon Within

The Moon Within

by Salazar, Aida

Book - 2019

Eleven year-old Celi is not so happy that her mother wants to hold a moon ceremony for her when she gets her first period, to celebrate this rite of pass...Show more Eleven year-old Celi is not so happy that her mother wants to hold a moon ceremony for her when she gets her first period, to celebrate this rite of passage as a woman and reflecting her Latinx heritage. Her best friend is also going through significant changes, becoming xochihuah, "neither / female nor male but both." Written in poems and free verse, this graceful novel explores coming of age from variety of personal and cultural viewpoints. Recommended for grades 4 to 8. Show less

Eleven year-old Celi is not so happy that her mother wants to hold a moon ceremony for her when she gets her first period, to celebrate this rite of pass...Show more Eleven year-old Celi is not so happy that her mother wants to hold a moon ceremony for her when she gets her first period, to celebrate this rite of passage as a woman and reflecting her Latinx heritage. Her best friend is also going through significant changes, becoming xochihuah, "neither / female nor male but both." Written in poems and free verse, this graceful novel explores coming of age from variety of personal and cultural viewpoints. Recommended for grades 4 to 8. Show less

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The Other Boy

The Other Boy

by Hennessey, M. G.

Book - 2016

Twelve-year old Shane moves to a new town where he continues working on his graphic novel, playing baseball, and enjoying video games. But when a classmat...Show more Twelve-year old Shane moves to a new town where he continues working on his graphic novel, playing baseball, and enjoying video games. But when a classmate finds out he is transgender, Shane must deal with his whole community in ways he had not expected. Recommended for grades 5 to 7. Show less

Twelve-year old Shane moves to a new town where he continues working on his graphic novel, playing baseball, and enjoying video games. But when a classmat...Show more Twelve-year old Shane moves to a new town where he continues working on his graphic novel, playing baseball, and enjoying video games. But when a classmate finds out he is transgender, Shane must deal with his whole community in ways he had not expected. Recommended for grades 5 to 7. Show less

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The Misfits

The Misfits

by Howe, James

Book - 2001

What happens when four "misfits" unite against 7th grade politics during student council elections on a no name-calling platform? Recommended for grades 4 to 8. Also available in ebook and eaudio formats. What happens when four "misfits" unite against 7th grade politics during student council elections on a no name-calling platform? Recommended for grades 4 to 8. Also available in ebook and eaudio formats. Show less

What happens when four "misfits" unite against 7th grade politics during student council elections on a no name-calling platform? Recommended for grades 4 to 8. Also available in ebook and eaudio formats. What happens when four "misfits" unite against 7th grade politics during student council elections on a no name-calling platform? Recommended for grades 4 to 8. Also available in ebook and eaudio formats. Show less

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If I Was your Girl

If I Was your Girl

by Russo, Meredith

Book - 2016

Amanda moves in with her father in the hopes of having a better year at school but she has a big secret. When she falls in love with Grant, will she be ab...Show more Amanda moves in with her father in the hopes of having a better year at school but she has a big secret. When she falls in love with Grant, will she be able to share everything with Grant, including the fact that she used to be Andrew? Recommended for grades 9 and up. Also available in ebook and audio formats. Show less

Amanda moves in with her father in the hopes of having a better year at school but she has a big secret. When she falls in love with Grant, will she be ab...Show more Amanda moves in with her father in the hopes of having a better year at school but she has a big secret. When she falls in love with Grant, will she be able to share everything with Grant, including the fact that she used to be Andrew? Recommended for grades 9 and up. Also available in ebook and audio formats. Show less

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Beyond Magenta

Beyond Magenta

Transgender Teens Speak Out

by Kuklin, Susan

Book - 2014

Featuring interviews and photo shoots with six transgender, genderqueer, and intersex young adults, sharing their stories in their own words. Also includ...Show more Featuring interviews and photo shoots with six transgender, genderqueer, and intersex young adults, sharing their stories in their own words. Also includes supporting information on books media, websites and organizations for LGBTQI youth, glossary, and an interview with the clinical director of a health program for LGBTQI youth. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Also available as an ebook. Show less

Featuring interviews and photo shoots with six transgender, genderqueer, and intersex young adults, sharing their stories in their own words. Also includ...Show more Featuring interviews and photo shoots with six transgender, genderqueer, and intersex young adults, sharing their stories in their own words. Also includes supporting information on books media, websites and organizations for LGBTQI youth, glossary, and an interview with the clinical director of a health program for LGBTQI youth. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Also available as an ebook. Show less

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The Gender Quest Workbook

The Gender Quest Workbook

A Guide for Teens & Young Adults Exploring Gender Identity

by Testa, Rylan Jay

Book - 2015

Guide/workbook for teens exploring gender. Covers gender identity, gender expression, family, school and work, friends and peers, dating and sex, multiple...Show more Guide/workbook for teens exploring gender. Covers gender identity, gender expression, family, school and work, friends and peers, dating and sex, multiple identities, and challenges and includes activities and exercises to help teens explore and reflect on the subjects covered. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Show less

Guide/workbook for teens exploring gender. Covers gender identity, gender expression, family, school and work, friends and peers, dating and sex, multiple...Show more Guide/workbook for teens exploring gender. Covers gender identity, gender expression, family, school and work, friends and peers, dating and sex, multiple identities, and challenges and includes activities and exercises to help teens explore and reflect on the subjects covered. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Show less

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The Gender Identity Workbook for Kids

The Gender Identity Workbook for Kids

A Guide to Exploring Who You Are

by Storck, Kelly

eBook - 2018

For children and their supportive adults interested in exploring, understanding, and affirming gender identities. Written by a clinical social worker and ...Show more For children and their supportive adults interested in exploring, understanding, and affirming gender identities. Written by a clinical social worker and filled with age-appropriate explanations and activities. Recommended for Kindergarten though grade four. Show less

For children and their supportive adults interested in exploring, understanding, and affirming gender identities. Written by a clinical social worker and ...Show more For children and their supportive adults interested in exploring, understanding, and affirming gender identities. Written by a clinical social worker and filled with age-appropriate explanations and activities. Recommended for Kindergarten though grade four. Show less

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LGBTQ

LGBTQ

The Survival Guide for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Teens

by Madrone, Kelly

Book - 2018

Positive guidebook that looks at a wide range of experiences and identities, includes chapters on trans and non-binary teens, coming out, finding communit...Show more Positive guidebook that looks at a wide range of experiences and identities, includes chapters on trans and non-binary teens, coming out, finding community, dating, religious life, bullying and harassment, sex, mental health, finding the right college, and more. Recommended for grades 6 and up. Show less

Positive guidebook that looks at a wide range of experiences and identities, includes chapters on trans and non-binary teens, coming out, finding communit...Show more Positive guidebook that looks at a wide range of experiences and identities, includes chapters on trans and non-binary teens, coming out, finding community, dating, religious life, bullying and harassment, sex, mental health, finding the right college, and more. Recommended for grades 6 and up. Show less

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Trans Teen Survival Guide

Trans Teen Survival Guide

by Owl

Book - 2019

Comprehensive book for trans and non-binary teens written by a non–gender-binary couple, covering a range of topics: gender expression, coming out, dysp...Show more Comprehensive book for trans and non-binary teens written by a non–gender-binary couple, covering a range of topics: gender expression, coming out, dysphoria, name changes, coping with puberty, hormone blockers and cross-hormones, dating, self-care, and more. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Show less

Comprehensive book for trans and non-binary teens written by a non–gender-binary couple, covering a range of topics: gender expression, coming out, dysp...Show more Comprehensive book for trans and non-binary teens written by a non–gender-binary couple, covering a range of topics: gender expression, coming out, dysphoria, name changes, coping with puberty, hormone blockers and cross-hormones, dating, self-care, and more. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Show less

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Transgender Children and Youth

Transgender Children and Youth

Cultivating Pride and Joy With Families in Transition

by Nealy, Elijah C.

Book - 2017

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Being Transgender

Being Transgender

by Rodi, Robert

Book - 2017

An in-depth look at what it means to be transgender, covering experiences of people who have taken steps to transition and teens who are living openly as transgender in high school. Recommended for grades 9 and up. An in-depth look at what it means to be transgender, covering experiences of people who have taken steps to transition and teens who are living openly as transgender in high school. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Show less

An in-depth look at what it means to be transgender, covering experiences of people who have taken steps to transition and teens who are living openly as transgender in high school. Recommended for grades 9 and up. An in-depth look at what it means to be transgender, covering experiences of people who have taken steps to transition and teens who are living openly as transgender in high school. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Show less

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Being Jazz

Being Jazz

My Life as A (transgender) Teen

by Jennings, Jazz

Book - 2016

Stories and experiences from one of the best known young transgender activists, named One of the Most Influential Teens by Time Magazine. Recommended for grades 6 and up. Also available as in ebook, eudio, and book on CD formats. Stories and experiences from one of the best known young transgender activists, named One of the Most Influential Teens by Time Magazine. Recommended for grades 6 and up. Also available as in ebook, eudio, and book on CD formats. Show less

Stories and experiences from one of the best known young transgender activists, named One of the Most Influential Teens by Time Magazine. Recommended for grades 6 and up. Also available as in ebook, eudio, and book on CD formats. Stories and experiences from one of the best known young transgender activists, named One of the Most Influential Teens by Time Magazine. Recommended for grades 6 and up. Also available as in ebook, eudio, and book on CD formats. Show less

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A Quick & Easy Guide to They/them Pronouns

A Quick & Easy Guide to They/them Pronouns

by Bongiovanni, Archie

Graphic Novel - 2018

A quick and easy guide to gender neutral pronouns in comic book form. Covers inclusive and respectful language, misgendering, potential conversations regarding personal pronoun preferences, and more. Recommended for grades 7 and up. A quick and easy guide to gender neutral pronouns in comic book form. Covers inclusive and respectful language, misgendering, potential conversations regarding personal pronoun preferences, and more. Recommended for grades 7 and up. Show less

A quick and easy guide to gender neutral pronouns in comic book form. Covers inclusive and respectful language, misgendering, potential conversations regarding personal pronoun preferences, and more. Recommended for grades 7 and up. A quick and easy guide to gender neutral pronouns in comic book form. Covers inclusive and respectful language, misgendering, potential conversations regarding personal pronoun preferences, and more. Recommended for grades 7 and up. Show less

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Queer, There, and Everywhere

Queer, There, and Everywhere

23 People Who Changed the World

by Prager, Sarah

eBook - 2017

Recommended for grades 7 and up. Also available in book format. Recommended for grades 7 and up. Also available in book format. Show less

Recommended for grades 7 and up. Also available in book format. Recommended for grades 7 and up. Also available in book format. Show less

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Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

by Sáenz, Benjamin Alire

Book - 2012

Recommended for grades 9 and up. Also available as in ebook, eaudio, and book on CD formats. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Also available as in ebook, eaudio, and book on CD formats. Show less

Recommended for grades 9 and up. Also available as in ebook, eaudio, and book on CD formats. Recommended for grades 9 and up. Also available as in ebook, eaudio, and book on CD formats. Show less

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Simon Vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda

Simon Vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda

by Albertalli, Becky

Book - 2018

Recommended for grades 8 and up. Also available as in ebook, eaudio, and book on CD formats. Recommended for grades 8 and up. Also available as in ebook, eaudio, and book on CD formats. Show less

Recommended for grades 8 and up. Also available as in ebook, eaudio, and book on CD formats. Recommended for grades 8 and up. Also available as in ebook, eaudio, and book on CD formats. Show less

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The 57 Bus

The 57 Bus

A True Story of Two Teenagers and the Crime That Changed Their Lives

by Slater, Dashka

Book - 2017

Recommended for grades 6 and up. Also available as in ebook and eaudio formats. Recommended for grades 6 and up. Also available as in ebook and eaudio formats. Show less

Recommended for grades 6 and up. Also available as in ebook and eaudio formats. Recommended for grades 6 and up. Also available as in ebook and eaudio formats. Show less

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