Picture Books with 2SLGBTQIA Representation
Ari arranges everything
Vernon, Katie, author, illustrator
2023
Ari, a gender-fluid child, loves arranging things in neat orders, but realizes that not everything needs to have a perfect spot.
A child's introduction to pride : the inspirational history and culture of the LGBTQIA+ community
Prager, Sarah, 1986- author
2023
"An essential and empowering introduction to the LGBTQ+ civil rights movement throughout history with kid-friendly explanations of important terms"-- Provided by publisher.
Courage in her cleats : the story of soccer star Abby Wambach
Chaffee, Kim, author
2023
"As a child, Abby Wambach was loud and clear about what she wanted and what she didn't, and she didn't want to be left out of any competition--especially soccer. In this powerful biography, readers will dance and dart down fields with Abby as she slingshots--balls thwump...whiz...whoosh--straight into goals, sweating and scoring her way from school league leader to U.S's National Team star. The story follows Abby through both success and setbacks because while even pro athletes miss goals, face losses, and can get injured, determined Abby has always been tougher than her toughest challenge."--Provided by publisher.
Dad and Daddy's big big family
Kirst, Seamus.
2023
Harper is going to her first family reunion! She meets so many people. There's her second cousin Noah. And her cousin Lisa, who lives with her husband and stepkids. The there's Great Aunt Trudy who is raising her grandkids. And so many more! Dad and Daddy tell her they're all part of the same family, but they're all so different! And do families need to live together? Will she and Noah have to share a room?
The good hair day
Trimmer, Christian, author.
2023
With the help from his loving and observant family, a little boy gets a birthday present that gives him the confidence to be himself and let his hair down.
Harvey Milk : no to homophobia
Amor, Safia, author.
2023
"Called "the most famous and most significantly open LGBT official ever elected in the United States," Harvey Milk fought against discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. In the 1970s when Harvey is elected into office in San Francisco, homosexual relations are still against the law in the United States, and homophobia is being stoked by outspoken conservatives and the religious right. Just ten months after being elected, Milk and San Francisco Mayor George Moscone are assassinated by a homophobic former colleague. The killer finds sympathy from his jurors and gets a light sentence. Milk's death becomes a metaphor for the experience of gays in America and his legend as a fighter for gay rights is cemented"-- Provided by publisher.
Not he or she, I'm me
Wild, A. M.
2023
A child gets ready for a wonderful day. They gleefully get dressed, hug their parents, go to school, and play with friends. All the while, unapologetically reminding themselves that they are and can only be themselves. The nonbinary experience is brightly illustrated as we follow our main character through their typical day. The story's bouncy and fun refrain reminds all readers of gender-neutral pronouns and affirms the identities of nonbinary children -- encouraging readers to practice empathy for themselves and others.
Phoenix ani' gichichi-i'
Wilson-Trudeau, Marty, author
2023
"Phoenix loves to play with dolls and marvel at pretty fabrics. Most of all, he loves to dance--ballet, Pow Wow dancing, or just swirling and twirling around his house. Sometimes Phoenix gets picked on and he struggles with feeling different, but his mom and brother are proud of him. With their help, Phoenix learns about Two Spirit/Niizh Manidoowag people in Anishinaabe culture and just how special he is. Based on the childhood experiences of her son, Phoenix, Marty Wilson-Trudeau demonstrates the difference that a loving and supportive family can make."-- Provided by publisher.
