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I Can't Even Think Striaght teaching resources

I Can’t Even Think Straight – Discussion Questions

Topic: Empathy, English, Growing up, LGBTQ+, Race & identity

Age Range: 11-14, 14+

Related Book: I Can't Even Think Straight

Book Creator: Dean Atta

From Stonewall-Award-winning author of The Black Flamingo, Dean Atta, comes a must-read queer coming of age story written in verse. Big decisions, broken promises and messy relationships come to a head in this queer, coming of age story. 

Themes: Coming of age | In verse | Poetry | Queer stories | Pride

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Kickflip resources

Kickflip – Teaching Resources

Topic: Growing up, LGBTQ+, Life changes, Sports

Age Range: 11-14, 14+

Book Creator: L.D. Lapinski

The debut YA graphic novel from bestselling author L. D. Lapinski and exciting new illustrator Logan Hanning. A powerful and uplifting story about self-discovery, acceptance and belonging. Perfect for fans of Heartstopper.

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Unicorn Boy Activity sheets

Unicorn Boy Activity Sheets

Topic: Empathy, LGBTQ+

Age Range: 7-11

Related Book: Unicorn Boy

Book Creator: Dave Roman

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Rainbowsaurus Library Trail

Rainbowsaurus – Library Trail

Topic: Empathy, English, LGBTQ+

Age Range: 3-6

Related Book: Rainbowsaurus

Book Creator: Steve Antony

Bring the rainbow into your school library with this fun trail for kids to enjoy. Rainbowsaurus is a joyful and fun read-along tale of one family’s quest to find the Rainbowsaurus. It’s created by Steve Antony, the bestselling author-illustrator of The Queen’s Hat.

Themes: Dinosaurs | Colours | Rhymes | Phonics | LGBTQ+ |

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Rainbowsaurus – Activity Sheets

Topic: Art, Empathy, English, LGBTQ+

Age Range: 3-6

Related Book: Rainbowsaurus

Book Creator: Steve Antony

Bring the rainbow into your classroom with these fun activity sheets for kids to get stuck into. Rainbowsaurus is a joyful and fun read-along tale of one family’s quest to find the Rainbowsaurus. This inclusive picture book introduces ten colours to children as well as animals and the sounds they make, encouraging little ones to join in the story telling. Rainbowsaurus is created by Steve Antony, the bestselling author-illustrator of The Queen’s Hat.

Themes: Dinosaurs | Colours | Rhymes | Phonics | LGBTQ+ |

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Topic: Empathy, Growing up, LGBTQ+, Life changes, Mental Health, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship, Race & identity

Age Range: 11-14, 7-11

Related Book: How to Grow Up and Feel Amazing!

Book Creator: Dr. Ranj Singh

Filled with easy-to-understand explanations, down-to-earth advice and cheeky illustrations, this growing-up guide by trusted paediatrician Dr Ranj is perfect for boys aged 10+ who want to discover the confidence to be the very best version of themselves.

Themes: Gender and Identity | Growing up | Mental Health and Body Confidence | Developing Healthy Relationships

I Am NOT a Prince – Activity Sheets

Topic: Empathy, English, Growing up, LGBTQ+, PSHE & Citizenship, Race & identity

Age Range: 3-6

Related Book: I Am NOT a Prince

I Am NOT A Prince is a fairy tale for the 21st century that challenges gender stereotypes and encourages children to be proud of who they are and express themselves.

Themes: Identity | Kindness | Bravery | Hope | Acceptance | Friendship | Being proud

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The Henna Wars – Discussion Questions

Topic: English, LGBTQ+, Race & identity

Age Range: 11-14, 14+

Related Book: The Henna Wars

Book Creator: Adiba Jaigirdar

The Henna Wars is a gorgeous, heart-warming, queer YA love story by Bangladeshi-Irish author, Adiba Jaigirdar, a brilliant new voice in contemporary YA romance.

The Henna Wars is the perfect KS3 book to discuss difficult topics such as homophobia, cultural appropriation and racism, in the classroom.

Also available: Extracts from the book

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Only Mostly Devastated – Discussion Questions

Topic: English, LGBTQ+

Age Range: 11-14, 14+

Related Book: Only Mostly Devastated

Book Creator: Sophie Gonzales

Only Mostly Devastated is an utterly joyful LGBT reimagining of Grease for readers aged 12+, which discusses a range of topics ranging from equality, diversity, grief and LGBT relationships.

This discussion questions are an ideal starting point for active discussion in your class or teen and young adult book groups.

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Heartstopper – Colouring Sheets

Topic: LGBTQ+, PSHE & Citizenship

Age Range: 11-14, 14+

Related Book: Heartstopper Volume 1

Book Creator: Alice Oseman

Heartstopper is the multi-million-copy bestselling series by Alice Oseman.

Download these fun colouring sheets of Alice Oseman’s artwork.

Themes: LGBTQ+ | Diversity & Representation | Mental Health | Relationships

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Heartstopper – Poster

Topic: English, LGBTQ+, PSHE & Citizenship

Age Range: 11-14, 14+

Related Book: Heartstopper Volume 1

Book Creator: Alice Oseman

Heartstopper is the multi-million-copy bestselling series by Alice Oseman.

Download this fun poster for your classroom.

Themes: LGBTQ+ | Diversity & Representation | Mental Health | Relationships

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heartstopper poster

Heartstopper – Postercard

Topic: English, LGBTQ+, PSHE & Citizenship

Age Range: 11-14, 14+

Related Book: Heartstopper Volume 1

Book Creator: Alice Oseman

Heartstopper is the multi-million-copy bestselling series by Alice Oseman.

This postercard contains fun activities, including quizzes, colouring sheets and more.

Themes: LGBTQ+ | Diversity & Representation | Mental Health | Relationships

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