The Things Kids Learn Today
Gender Identity and Expression
A compassionate and practical guide that empowers parents, educators, and caregivers to initiate honest, age-appropriate conversations with children about gender identity, pronouns, and self-expression.
Through accessible language and relatable stories, this book serves as a bridge to better understanding, emotional safety, and inclusive support for the next generation.
About The Author
Victoria Range-Carr
Victoria Range-Carr is a passionate advocate for youth empowerment, inclusive education, and strong family communication.
With more than 20 years of hands-on experience in public and private social services—including her impactful work with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services—Victoria has supported countless families through complex emotional journeys.
She specializes in helping children and adults navigate the evolving conversations around identity, self-expression, and generational healing. Her unique perspective is informed by both professional expertise and lived experience.
Victoria is also the founder of Unboxed Voices, a digital platform dedicated to social justice, personal development, and multigenerational storytelling. Her work continues to create safe spaces for families, educators, and faith leaders to explore tough conversations with love and clarity.
Victoria Range-Carr
About The Book
Things Kids Learn Today
The Things Kids Learn Today: Gender Identity and Expression is an interactive and compassionate resource designed for children, parents, caregivers, and educators. It provides a clear and respectful introduction to topics like gender identity, personal pronouns, and inclusive self-expression.
Told through the relatable experiences of four fictional children—Johnnie, Mare, Don, and Ella—the book explores how each young person discovers and expresses who they truly are. Their stories create natural entry points for deeper conversations and mutual understanding between adults and youth.
Written in accessible language with developmental sensitivity, the book guides adults in creating emotionally safe environments where young people feel seen, valued, and free to ask questions without fear or shame.
Whether you’re a parent navigating a new topic with your child, a teacher supporting diverse students, or a professional working with families, this book is a valuable tool for fostering empathy, trust, and belonging in every setting.
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What readers are saying
“An essential tool for any adult who cares about raising emotionally healthy, confident, and self-aware children.”
“Finally, a book that gives parents and professionals the words to talk about gender with love and clarity.”
“Finally, a book that gives parents and professionals the words to talk about gender with love and clarity.”
“This is more than a children’s book—it’s a guide to building lifelong trust and respect within families.”
“An essential tool for any adult who cares about raising emotionally healthy, confident, and self-aware children.”