ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Third gender

Okay kiddo, let me tell you about third gender. You know how some people are boys and some are girls, right? Well, some people don't feel like either a boy or a girl. They feel like something in between, or maybe even something completely different. That is where third gender comes in.

See, third gender is a way for people to define themselves if they don't feel like they fit into the traditional “boy” or “girl” categories. It's kind of like a new category that people can choose if it better represents who they are.

Some places in the world even recognize third gender legally. In those places, people who identify as third gender can have their gender legally recognized on their ID cards, passports, and other important documents. This helps prevent discrimination and allows them to live as their true selves.

Overall, it's important to remember that everyone is different, and it's okay to be different. We should always treat people with kindness and respect, no matter what gender they identify as.