It's Elementary: Talking About Gay Issues in School

It's Elementary: Talking About Gay Issues in School is a documentary that examines how students from kindergarten through eighth grade engage with LGBT topics. Filmed across six private and public schools in New York City, San Francisco, Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Madison, Wisconsin, the film explores age-appropriate methods for teaching children about stereotypes, name-calling, and the variety of different family structures. It focuses on the process of building inclusive communities within the classroom.

The film was directed and written by Debra Chasnoff, who also served as a producer alongside Helen Cohen. Produced by PBS, Citizen Film, GroundSpark, and Women's Educational Media, the project featured a credited crew of 48 people. The cast includes Bob Smith and Brian Stover, both appearing as themselves. Released on May 21, 1996, in the United States, the documentary has a runtime of 78 minutes.