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LGBTQ-inclusive books for ages 0 to 12
These are the majority of entries. They include books from mainstream publishers, small presses, and self-published efforts.
I have not included all self-published books, however. Many are great and may push boundaries of inclusion that books from mainstream publishers do not; I try to include those. LGBTQ kids’ literature began with such efforts. Others are highly derivative or otherwise of lesser quality, which I typically do not include unless asked. If I’ve missed something that you think worth considering, however (especially more recent ones I may have missed), please drop me a note and I’d be happy to consider it.
I do not cover young adult books, since my site is aimed at parents; young adults are generally finding and choosing their own reading materials.
Books for grown-ups on LGBTQ Families
These include how-to guidebooks for LGBTQ parents, memoirs and anthologies by LGBTQ parents and our grown children, social science studies about LGBTQ families, and books on LGBTQ inclusion in schools.
Kids’ music albums that are LGBTQ inclusive or expand ideas of gender
This is probably not a comprehensive list, but I’ve included a number that I know of.
Films about LGBTQ families
Again, this section is not comprehensive, but includes a number of documentaries and educational films for grown-ups.
LGBTQ-inclusive games and toys
Dolls, building sets, and card games that showcase diverse families and gender identities/expressions.
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Please Note
Inclusion of an item in the database is not necessarily a recommendation. I’ve included some problematic items that you may come across and indicated why they may be problematic.
When looking at an individual item, click the “Additional information” tab to see Author/creator/director, Editor, Illustrator, Publisher, and Publication Date (PubDate).
While I’ve made efforts to ensure the data is accurate, I make no guarantees.