Pride Month Book Recommendations For Kids

Thanks to https://www.readbrightly.com/9-great-lgbtq-books-kids/ for this amazing list of LGBTQA+ reads for kids, tweens and teens.

LGBTQA+ books for kids ( Ages 0-8):

1. My Two Moms and Me

by Michael Joosten, illustrated by Izak Zenou

This sweet board book features a diverse array of families with lesbian mothers going about their daily routines, including playdates, pool dates, and bedtime reading. Published in 2019 with artwork by an acclaimed fashion illustrator, it’s a welcome follow-up to Heather Has Two Mommies. Don’t miss My Two Dads and Me by the same creators! (Ages 0 – 3)

2. Pride: The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag

by Rob Sanders, illustrated by Steven Salerno

Young readers can now learn the momentous and inspiring story of the Gay Pride Flag, created in 1978 by social activist Harvey Milk and designer Gilbert Baker. More than a history, Pride vibrantly illuminates the reach and timelessness of the rainbow flag, a global symbol of equality and inclusion. (Ages 5 – 8)

3. The Whispers

by Greg Howard

A fantastical coming-of-age story about loss, friendship, and identity, The Whispers centers around 11-year-old Riley, who believes in wish-granting fairies known as the whispers. Riley embarks on a journey with his friend Gary to find the whispers and ask for his mom to return, and maybe also for his crush Dylan to like him back. (Ages 10+)

4. Juliet Takes a Breath

by Gabby Rivera

Juliet Takes a Breath is a brilliant, funny, and honest journey of self-discovery. When Juliet comes out to her family, it doesn’t go as smoothly as she wanted. She then hopes that an internship opportunity across the country will be the perfect time to figure out everything in her life, only to discover that no one has all the answers. As Juliet delves into what it means to explore her race and identity, she’ll learn how to come out to her family, the world, and herself. (Young Adult)