Dotson

A memoir about whatits like when they think youre their daughter, but you know youretheir son.For as long as he couldremember, Grayson has known he is a boy, not a girl. While his identical twinsister wore princess dresses and danced ballet in a tutu, Grayson preferred hisSpider-Man costume or sweats. He was uncomfortable in anything consideredgirly. People called him a tomboy, but he knew that wasnt right either. Heexplained to his mother, I know Im supposed to be your daughter, but I feelmore like your son. I guess Im your Dot-son.Graysonis now twelve years old. This is his story about what its like growing uptransgenderfrom small moments, like getting a new haircut or playing football,to the big life events, like choosing a bathroom, coming out to his friends,and picking a new name. Filled with humor and joy, Dotson isa thought-provoking and honest story of one boys journey to becoming his bestand truest self and sharing that with the world.Thebook also includes helpful resources for transgender kids and families.