About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is exploring their own identity, questioning their name, or needs to see a model of gentle self-advocacy. It's also an excellent tool for teaching empathy to children who have a friend or classmate using a new name or pronouns. This gentle chapter book follows a child who feels their given name doesn't fit them. Through a journey of self-discovery, and with the support of family and friends, they choose a new name that feels just right: Alex. For ages 6 to 9, 'Their Name Is Alex' is an affirming, contemporary story that normalizes the process of defining oneself and opens up crucial conversations about identity, respect, and belonging.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The core topic is identity, specifically as it relates to a name and implied gender identity. The approach is direct, secular, and gentle. It focuses on the empowering act of self-naming. The resolution is entirely hopeful and affirming, with the child's community rallying in support. The use of 'their' in the title and the name 'Alex' strongly positions the protagonist as nonbinary or gender-exploring, and the book as a positive representation of this experience.
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