pickThis was a worthy addition to a rich group of middle grade books featuring LGBTQ characters. It centered on the loving relationship between siblings Jack and Birdie after they are sent to live with different family members after their mother dies. The book brings up issues of mental health, grief, financial disparity, making friends, and finding your tribe and yourself. Everything isn‘t tied up neatly at the end, but I respect that.
pickA moving LGBT middle reader read. After their mother dies, two siblings live with their responsible uncle who frowns upon his nephew's flamboyant personality and style. His sister Jaclyn "Jack" feels the opposite and accepts her little brother "Birdie's" sense of fashion. As the school bully picks on Birdie, the pair navigate through the concept of tolerance and acceptance, while navigating through family issues, and find their truest selves.
I've heard great things about this new YA #LGBTQ gender identity story; now saved on my iBooks wish-list to check out. 🌈🌂
Birdie and Me | 
