Jess Walton has written a book teaching kids about transgender issues

A new children’s book has hit the shelves teaching kids about transgender issues.

Jess Walton is the author of ‘Introducing Teddy’, she spoke with Tom Elliott. 

‘I couldn’t find any picture books with transgender characters… so I wrote it for my son’

Jess’ transgender father was her inspiration.

The book has been translated into 9 languages. 

Jess will be speaking about transgender issues and writing Teddy’s story at the Wheeler Centre this Thursday night.

More details and tickets at www.wheelercentre.com

Click PLAY below to hear Tom’s chat with Jess