Dr. Lindsay Herriot is a full-time special education teacher in Victoria, British Columbia, and an adjunct professor in the School of Child and Youth Care at the University of Victoria. Originally from unceded Mi'kmaq territory in New Brunswick, she lives on unsurrendered Lekwungen land in BC with her spouse and three small children.

"From expanding the traditional pink-or-blue baby-clothes palette to being more conscious of how one refers to others...Herriot's book remains steadfast in its proclamation of embracing love for everyone. This book, with its stylish design and typography, sweet photographs, and proud message, would make an especially perfect baby-shower or new-baby gift for LGBTQIA+ families and their allies."

-- "Booklist"

"Opens the door to conversations about gender identity...The diversity and tenderness of the photographs along with inclusive language make this a progressive addition to most collections, and a must for the LGBTQIA+ shelves."

-- "School Library Journal (SLJ)"

"A refreshing change from the heavily gendered materials and language commonly used around new babies, and [it] will be a welcome addition for anyone who feels uncomfortable with the pink or blue baby binary. With engaging photos and cute and clever rhymes, It's a They! is a sweet welcome baby book that gently introduces the concept of gender-neutral pronouns. Highly Recommended."

-- "CM: Canadian Review of Materials"

"A charming board book that welcomes a new baby without applying gender labels."

-- "Mombian"

"The book encourages conversations about gender while offering a departure from traditional binary perspectives."

-- "BC BookWorld"

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers

Pub date: 2024-04-16

Length: 20 pages