Transition Means Your Heart Stays the Same

Appenroth, MaxMax Appenroth is a trans non-binary activist, diversity consultant, and co-parent of a wonderful little kid. Their work is focused on raising visibility of trans & gender diverse people and advocating for their community's rights globally. Max has published several research articles, commentaries in magazines, and books about (health)care for trans and gender diverse people. Not only because of being surrounded by their own child, but also by many children of friends and having their parents ask questions about how to talk to children about gender diversity and a transition, the idea of this book came to light. More information: max-appenroth.comBerman, VeredVered Berman is an educator, social worker, activist, and queer mother of three wonderful children, who teach her something new every day. She has lived and worked with children in Israel, the USA, and Germany. Vered is passionate about children's literature and queer representation. This is her first childrens's book.

Noa's Dad Quinn used to be Noa's Mom Carol. Quinns outside appearance has changed, but his heart stayed the same. This is a story about Noa and their Mom Carol, who later transitions to being their Dad, Quinn. It is about experiencing the transition of a loved one through the eyes of a child. Children's books with trans specific and trans empowering content are rare, especially stories about a transitioning parent or family member. This book wants to change the way children learn about loved ones who are trans, and offer strategies for grown-ups to talk with children about gender diversity. The book is geared at four to seven-year-olds, and will include a section for parents at the end of the book with examples helping to explain bodies, hormones, trans and gender diversity to children.