New Board Book Teaches the Colors — and Feelings — of Pride
A sweet new board book for toddlers explores the different colors of the LGBTQ Pride flag—and author Robin Stevenson has shared with Mombian readers her thoughts on writing it.
Books for Kids
LGBTQ-inclusive Kids’ and YA Books Honored in 2019 Youth Media Awards and Rainbow Book List
It’s one of my favorite days of the year! The American Library Association has given its 2019 Stonewall Awards and several other key awards to some of the best LGBTQ-inclusive children’s and young adult books out there—and announced the top picks from its 2019 Rainbow Book List of librarian-recommended, LGBTQ-inclusive children’s and YA titles.
#ReadYourWorld: LGBTQ-Inclusive Kids’ Books for Multicultural Children’s Book Day
It’s the 5th Annual Multicultural Children’s Book Day! Here are a few of my picks that emphasize the “multi” in “multicultural”—books that are both LGBTQ inclusive and diverse in other ways.
“Little Women” Graphic Novel Makes It the Queer, Multiracial Story We Need Today
When I first read Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women as a child, I identified most with tomboy Jo, as did many a fledgling queer girl, I imagine. Now, a new graphic novel reimagines the four March sisters as a modern, multiracial family—and yes (spoiler alert), Jo is gay.
National Jewish Book Award Goes to Middle-Grade Book Starring Boy with Two Moms
Erica Perl’s middle-grade novel All Three Stooges has just won the National Jewish Book Award for Children’s Literature—and its star, Noah, happens to have two moms. I reviewed it last April, but I’m reposting the review here in honor of the award.
Picture Book Celebrates Creative Play Beyond Gender
A sweet picture book about a confident child who refuses to be defined by gender shows that when we encourage play without gender stereotypes, all children benefit.
LGBTQ-Inclusive Christmas Books for Kids
Looking for LGBTQ-inclusive Christmas books to read with your children? There aren’t many, but they do exist. Check them out (and learn why we still need more)!
Marlon Bundo to Return in (at Least) Two Books Next Year
Marlon Bundo, “the Bunny of the United States” who made headlines when he starred in a book by Charlotte Pence, daughter of Vice President Mike Pence, and in an alternative story produced by comedian John Oliver’s Last Week Tonight, in which he marries his boyfriend, will be back next year in two more books.
“Fierce Papa Bear for LGBTQ Youth” Inspires New Award for Young Adult Literature
A national organization for English teachers has established a new award for equity and inclusion in young adult literature. It will first be given to gay author Bill Konigsberg and named after him for future recipients.
LGBTQ-Inclusive Kids’ Book Publisher Back for a 3rd Season
Flamingo Rampant micropress is getting ready to launch its third season of “feminist, racially diverse, LGBTQ positive children’s books”! I’ve always loved their joyous approach to inclusivity, and their next set of books looks sure to continue that tradition.