New Children’s Magazine for Girls Has Queerness in its DNA
A new children’s magazine publisher, helmed by a lesbian mom, has from the start brought a queer-inclusive approach to its highly praised magazine for girls.
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A Royal Roundup of LGBTQ Fairy Tales for Children
I wrote yesterday about a new children’s book that tells of a prince and a knight who fall in love—but there are actually many children’s books and videos with fairy tales about queer princes and princesses. In honor of this weekend’s royal wedding, let’s do a roundup and review!
GLAAD and Bonnier Publishing USA Partner to Increase and Elevate LGBTQ Kids’ Books
I’ve long written about the need for a greater number of quality, LGBTQ-inclusive children’s books, so I am thrilled to pass along the news that GLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization, and Bonnier Publishing USA are creating a partnership dedicated to “integrating and elevating positive LGBTQ representation in children’s literature.” The first product of the partnership, a charming fairy tale, is out now!
“The Expanse” Cancellation Would Remove Two Queer Moms from our Screens
Critically acclaimed space opera The Expanse has been cancelled by Syfy after three seasons. Fans are trying to save the show, which includes not only a wonderfully multi-racial cast, but also a positive portrayal of queer moms.
Watch: “Mammas” Music Video Celebrates Many Kinds of Moms
Just in time for Mother’s Day, Houston-based soul band The Suffers has released a new video for their song “Mammas,” celebrating many kinds of mothers and family connections.
“Reading the Rainbow” Shows How to Bring LGBTQ Inclusion into Elementary School Classrooms
For Teacher Appreciation Week, let’s look at a new book aimed at helping elementary school English teachers bring LGBTQ inclusion into their classrooms or deepen discussions they may already be having around LGBTQ identity and gender.
A Night to Remember
Last night, at Family Equality Council’s Night at the Pier, I was honored to receive the Hostetter-Habib Family Award, while Katie Couric was honored for her work on the National Geographic film Gender Revolution.
8 Queer-Inclusive Kids’ Books You May Have Missed
The past year or so has seen several LGBTQ-inclusive kids’ books that may have flown under your radar because the queerness of the characters is not a big part of the storyline. Check them out!
New Picture Book Celebrates Welcoming Churches (Also: Where to Find Queer-Inclusive Kids’ Books About Different Faiths)
Religion and LGBTQ equality are often portrayed as opposing forces, but the fact is, there are many queer people and families of all faiths—and many congregations that welcome them. AÂ new picture book offers children a colorful and festive look at an inclusive church.
Want More LGBTQ-Inclusive Kids Books? Be Counted!
Ever since I started Mombian, I’ve been writing about the need for more LGBTQ-inclusive children’s books, including ones that don’t focus on the “issue” of being LGBTQ or part of an LGBTQ family. That’s why I’m very excited about a new initiative to take a headcount of everyone (including you, I hope!) who would value more of these books.ÂÂ