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Birthday by Meredith Russo
5.0

A must read for teachers and basically any human who will ever come into contact with transpeople. This book isn't just about a teenager's transition, though. It's about how we all transition in some ways - we all change and grow and mature. It's also about loss and grief and the ways we self-medicate. It's about seeking help when we need it and that seeking help requires strength and is never a mark of weakness. It's about navigating relationships, mental illness, high school, parents' expectations, and first loves.

In short, it's about life. Everyone needs to read this.