Kids’ Podcast Episode Talks Pride and Drag with Lil Miss Hot Mess
The Ten News, an award-winning news podcast for kids 8-12 and their families, has released a Pride episode featuring drag queen and author Lil Miss Hot Mess! Listen here!
Of Hate and Hope: Explaining the Pulse Massacre to My Son
I first wrote this in 2016, shortly after the shooting at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando that killed 49 mostly Latine, LGBTQ young people. Seven years later, I am reposting it as a reminder to remember, to teach, and to act.
“Rainbow Superpowers” Is the Affirming Kids’ Pride Song You Need to Hear Now
“Rainbow Superpowers,” a new kids’ song written, recorded, and mixed by queer and non-binary artists and activists in the family music community, is an expression of pure queer joy! Listen and watch the video here!
Mombian Database Hits Milestone of 1300+ LGBTQ Family Books and More
The Mombian Database of LGBTQ Family Books now has more than 1300 items in it, up from 1200 this past March! It is, I believe, the largest, most current searchable database of LGBTQ books for ages 0 to 12, and also includes LGBTQ parenting books, kids’ music, and more.
4 New Kids’ Books Showcase Trans Heroes and Explain Gender Identity
What better way to celebrate Pride this year than with three new kids’ books about trans heroes—plus a new chapter book about gender identity!
Glamour UK Pride Issue Features Pregnant Trans Man Logan Brown
Glamour UK’s Pride cover features transgender man Logan Brown, who was pregnant at the time and is now a dad. He spoke with them about his experience of pregnancy, birth, and being a trans parent. Click through to see the cover image and learn more.
The Fosters’ 10-Year Anniversary: Looking Back and Looking Ahead
The Fosters, Freeform’s drama about two moms and their family of biological, adopted, and foster kids, first aired 10 years ago today. Here’s a look back at what the show gave us—and why we need more shows like it.
Recent LGBTQ Parenting Books: Which Ones Are Right for You?
The past two years have seen many great books about starting and raising families as an LGBTQ person, as well as books for all parents wanting to raise children with an understanding of LGBTQ identities. Each offers something different, though, so here’s my guide to help you find what’s right for you.
Today Is LGBTQ Families Day! Join the Celebration!
Today is LGBTQ Families Day and the start of Pride Month! Here’s how to join in—plus some other goings on, including an important new report about LGBTQ families and parentage laws, a new tool about LGBTQ paths to parentage, and a discussion with PFLAG and me that you can hear this afternoon!
30+ Pride Books for Kids!
There are now dozens of kids’ books about Pride, its symbols, and the LGBTQ leaders who are part of its history. Here are some new ones, plus many old favorites, to enjoy this month and all year ‘round!