If you are looking for the popular children's picture book about gender identity, this isn't it. This is a 2003 clinical guide by Dr. Christopher Ebbe focused on the psychological mechanics of self-worth.

It is a 'meat and potatoes' self-help book. It's safe, it's wholesome, and it's grounded in real clinical practice. However, it feels very much like a relic of its time. In 2026, a self-esteem book that doesn't mention the 'compare and despair' nature of the internet feels like it's missing the biggest piece of the puzzle. It's a fine read for a parent looking to brush up on emotional health basics, but it's not going to be a page-turner for your teenager.