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Too bright to see
By Kyle Lukoff. 2021
In the summer before middle school, eleven-year-old Bug must contend with best friend Moira suddenly caring about clothes, makeup, and…
boys; a ghostly haunting; and the truth about Bug's gender identity. Stonewall Award. For grades 4-7. 2021Hurricane child
By Kheryn Callender. 2018
Born on Water Island in the Virgin Islands during a hurricane--which is considered bad luck--twelve-year-old Caroline falls in love with…
another girl, and together they set out in a terrible storm to find Caroline's missing mother. For grades 4-7. 2018The Family Fletcher takes Rock Island (Family Fletcher Ser. #2)
By Dana Alison Levy. 2016
Ready for a wacky summer vacation, the Fletcher family is back on Rock Island, but this year the boys' favorite…
lighthouse is all boarded up, and there are new neighbor kids to hang out with. Sequel to The Misadventures of the Family Fletcher (BR 20590). For grades 3-6. 2016We are all made of molecules
By Susin Nielsen-Fernlund. 2015
The accidental adventures of India McAllister
By Charlotte Agell. 2010
Wolfgang, Maine. Nine-and-a-half-year-old India, a girl adopted from China, lives with her mother, an artist who named her for India…
ink, and sees her father and his partner Richard on the weekends. India's adventures involve her dog Tofu, her best friend Colby, and Richard's pet cockatiel. For grades 3-6. 2010The eagle kite: a novel
By Paula Fox. 1995
Liam's father has AIDS. He tells Liam that it came from the blood transfusion he got three years ago when…
he had an operation. But Liam knows blood transfusions are safe now. He remembers a time when he was flying the eagle kite his father gave him, and he saw his father embracing a young man. And he sees the anger in his mother's face. For grades 6-9Looking for Jamie Bridger
By Nancy Springer. 1995
At fourteen, Jamie wants to know who her real parents are. Her question brings an unexpected and horrified response from…
her grandparents, with whom she lives. Jamie sets out to find some answers and discovers that her grandparents have a son whom they never discuss because he is gay. As Grandma begins to withdraw, Jamie becomes more determined in her search. For grades 5-8Real heroes
By Marilyn Kaye. 1993
When Kevin's mother left two months ago, she asked him to come with her, but he refused to desert his…
father, a cop who's not afraid of anything. Kevin's gym teacher, Mr. Logan, understands Kevin's anger at his mother. But now word is out that Mr. Logan is HIV-positive, and his job is at risk. Leading the parents against him is Kevin's father. Has Kevin finally discovered something his brave father is afraid of? Some strong language. For grades 6-9Eustace & Clyde
By Marina Aizen. 2014
Eustace and Clyde couldn’t be more different. Eustace likes to laze around. Clyde likes adventure. But they care about each…
other deeply. So when their home in the tree becomes too loud and crowded, the koalas take off to find a place of their own. None of the new homes Eustace and Clyde find are quite right. They’re too far away, or too cold (though the koalas have great hats!), or too . . . quiet. Maybe what Eustace and Clyde thought they wanted was what they actually had: peace and acceptance.The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish
By Lil Miss Hot Mess. 2020
Playing off "The Wheels on the Bus," this nursery rhyme book from a founder of Drag Queen Story Hour is…
a fun, freewheeling celebration of being your most fabulous self.The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish encourages readers to boldly be exactly who they are. Written by a founding member of the nationally recognized Drag Queen Story Hour (DQSH), this playful picture book offers a quirky twist on a classic nursery rhyme by illustrating all of the ways to "work it". The story plays off "The Wheels on the Bus" as it follows a drag queen who performs her routine in front of an awestruck audience. A fun frenzy of fierceness, this book will appeal to readers of all ages.A More Graceful Shaboom (Reach and Teach)
By Jacinta Bunnell, Crystal Vielula. 2020
A gender nonbinary protagonist named Harmon Jitney finds their joy and purpose in a magical satchel which leads to an…
extraordinary, previously undiscovered universe. This book features LGBTQAI+ characters seamlessly woven into a delightful, imagination-sparking story, without overtly being a lesson book about gender and sexual orientation.10,000 Dresses
By Rex Ray, Marcus Ewert. 2008
Every night, Bailey dreams about magical dresses: dresses made of crystals and rainbows, dresses made of flowers, dresses made of…
windows. . . . Unfortunately, when Bailey's awake, no one wants to hear about these beautiful dreams. Quite the contrary. "You're a BOY!" Mother and Father tell Bailey. "You shouldn't be thinking about dresses at all." Then Bailey meets Laurel, an older girl who is touched and inspired by Bailey's imagination and courage. In friendship, the two of them begin making dresses together. And Bailey's dreams come true!This gorgeous picture book--a modern fairy tale about becoming the person you feel you are inside--will delight people of all ages.Pink Is for Boys
By Robb Pearlman. 2021
An empowering and educational board book that proves colors are for everyone, regardless of gender. Pink is for boys .…
. . and girls . . . and everyone! This timely and beautiful board book rethinks and reframes the stereotypical blue/pink gender binary and empowers kids-and their grown-ups-to express themselves in every color of the rainbow. Featuring a diverse group of relatable characters, Pink Is for Boys invites and encourages children to enjoy what they love to do, whether it's racing cars and playing baseball, or loving unicorns and dressing up. Vibrant illustrations help children learn and identify the myriad colors that surround them every day, from the orange of a popsicle, to the green of a grassy field, all the way up to the wonder of a multicolored rainbow. Parents and kids will delight in Robb Pearlman's sweet, simple script, as well as its powerful message: life is not color-coded.Mr. Watson's Chickens
By Jarrett Dapier. 2021
Interrupting Chicken meets Click, Clack, Moo in this zany classic-in-the-making!With rollicking rhythms, nonsensical refrains, and too many chickens to count,…
this modern classic will inspire unstoppable giggles and endless rereads. Bawka-bawka!Mr. Watson has 456 chickens in the sink, on the bed, in the bread box. When his partner, Mr. Nelson, threatens to leave, Mr. Watson takes his chickens to town to sell only for them to escape! Young readers will follow Mr. Watson all around town as he gathers up his chickens. But, when they're all rounded up, does he have the heart to sell them? Does a different fate await these chickens?This quirky, irresistible book is full of read-aloud fun with its onomatopoeia, rollicking rhythm, and familiar refrains and ends with a touch of sweetness. It has all the makings of a classic, with a farm theme, hilarious refrains, and a familiar narrative structure that unfolds in threes. Librarians, teachers, and parents looking for a new book that feels traditional will love sharing this book with children.A JOY TO REREAD: This is a very classic-feeling storybook. Paired with its funny farm setting and hilarious refrains, this book is sure to inspire countless rereads and endless giggles.PERFECT READ-ALOUD: This book is full of nonsensical sounds and repetition that make it fun to read out loud and invite audience participation. It's a perfect choice for classroom events and laptime reads.LIKE CHICKA CHICKA BOOM BOOM, WITH CHICKENS!: With its bouncy refrains and rollicking rhythms, this book will remind readers of classic bestsellers like Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! and Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.REALISTIC RELATIONSHIP UNUSUAL IN PICTURE BOOKS: This book features a gay couple at its center, but doesn't call specific attention to it. It simply portrays a healthy relationship between two men (and their chickens!).WRITTEN BY A NEW TALENT WHO REALLY UNDERSTANDS KIDS: This is Jarret Dapier's first book! He's a popular, award-winning teen librarian who works with kids, knows what they like, and is well-versed in the rhythms of the classic children's book—and he has many more stories up his sleeves.DELIGHTFUL, DETAILED DRAWINGS OF OVER 400 CHICKENS!: With hundreds of chickens to find and scenes crammed with action and detail, the pages of this book are chock-full of things to look at. Young readers will spend hours poring over each spread.Perfect for: parents, families looking for LGBTQIA+ stories, fans of funny booksI Am NOT a Prince
By Rachael Davis. 2022
Hopp is a little frog who definitely does NOT want to be a prince! A fairy tale for the 21st…
century that challenges gender stereotypes and encourages children to be proud to be themselves.On a misty lagoon in a fairy tale land, young frogs wait patiently to be turned into magical princes. But one little frog is different . . . Hopp definitely does NOT want to be a prince! When Hopp sets out on a journey to find their true self, everyone assumes the little frog is destined to be a prince . . . how could such a strong, brave, and kind frog be anything else?But all it takes is one understanding new friend to help Hopp undergo a magical transformation that causes a positive change to ripple all across the lagoon!Dolls and Trucks Are for Everyone
By Robb Pearlman. 2022
From the author and illustrator of Pink Is for Boys comes an empowering board book that teaches kids and adults…
alike that gender cannot define who you are or want to become.Dolls and trucks are for boys and girls and everyone, as are fabric and wood, flutes and drums, hockey and figure skating, and many more. This is a fun, playful, and important board book for parents and toddlers to read together.Cinderelliot: A Scrumptious Fairytale
By Rachel Smoka-Richardson, Mark Ceilley. 2022
A gay retelling of the classic fairy tale--a scrumptious love story featuring ungrateful stepsiblings, a bake-off, and a fairy godfather.Cinderelliot…
is stuck at home taking care of his ungrateful stepsister and stepbrother. When Prince Samuel announces a kingdom-wide competition to join the royal staff as his baker, the stepsiblings insist that Cinderelliot bake their entries, leaving no time for he, himself, to compete. Fairy Godfather Ludwig appears and magically helps Cinderelliot bake his best chocolate cake, clean up, and get to the competition via limo. At the bake-off, Prince Samuel falls in love with Cinderelliot's cake, but our hero has to run off as the clock strikes midnight, leaving behind his chef hat. The next day, Prince Samuel searches the kingdom for the owner of the hat and finds that it fits perfectly on Cinderelliot's head. The prince is delighted to find not only his new baker but also the man of his dreams, and Cinderelliot creates a magnificent wedding cake--and the two live scrumptiously ever after.If You're a Drag Queen and You Know It
By Lil Miss Hot Mess. 2022
Strike a pose. Blow a kiss. Mouth the words. A fun, sing-along book with a drag twist that encourage kids to…
embrace all the playfulness of drag culture written by a founding member of Drag Queen Story Hour.If you&’re a drag queen and you know it, let it show by winking, shaking your bum, laughing real big, twirling around, and more! Join a cast of fabulous drag queens as you sing along to the tune of &“If You&’re Happy and You Know It&” in this playful celebration of expressing your brightest and boldest self. A perfect companion to The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish written by a board member of Drag Queen Story Hour.The Pronoun Book
By Chris Ayala-Kronos. 2022
Red: A Crayon's Story
By Michael Hall. 2015
A blue crayon mistakenly labeled as "red" suffers an identity crisis in this picture book by the New York Times–bestselling creator…
of My Heart Is Like a Zoo. This funny, heartwarming, colorful picture book about finding the courage to be true to your inner self can be read on multiple levels, and it offers something for everyone.Funny, insightful, and colorful, Red: A Crayon's Story is about being true to your inner self and following your own path despite obstacles that may come your way. Red will appeal to fans of Lois Ehlert, Eric Carle, and The Day the Crayons Quit, and makes a great gift for readers of any age!Red has a bright red label, but he is, in fact, blue. His teacher tries to help him be red (let's draw strawberries!), his mother tries to help him be red by sending him out on a playdate with a yellow classmate (go draw a nice orange!), and the scissors try to help him be red by snipping his label so that he has room to breathe. But Red is miserable. He just can't be red, no matter how hard he tries!Finally, a brand-new friend offers a brand-new perspective, and Red discovers what readers have known all along. He's blue!