Being Jazz: My Life as a (Transgender) Teen by Jazz JenningsMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
I've been "shopping" for new books to add to our library collection in regards to LGBTQ. This memoir by Jazz Jennings is a perfect addition for those students either wanting to educate themselves about transgender people or are transgender themselves. Jazz takes the reader on her journey as early as a 2 year old all the way up to almost 15 years old and currently filming a second season of her reality show. Jazz's family is absolutely supportive and amazing which is what really makes this memoir so special. Many statistics are given about the suicide rate, violence against transgenders and just lack of understanding throughout the book which makes you embrace her family that much more. Jazz has taken on every challenge and struggle any transgender student may have to face in regards to athletics, school community, friendships and of course dating. The book is engaging and has peaked my interest to even tune in to her reality TV show on TLC. What I think is most beneficial to those who read the book is the abundant amount of resources at the end of the book. Resources include: websites, depression outreach services, books for kids, books for teens and adults, educational books for parents of a transgender child as well as movie/TV shows.
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