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SJPL Picks: LGBTQ+

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Diverse books for children showcasing LGBTQ families. Help children find their family's faces in these children's books. Supports Love, Identity, and Family.

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17 items

17 items

It Feels Good to Be Yourself

It Feels Good to Be Yourself

A Book About Gender Identity

by Thorn, Theresa

Book - 2019

A picture book that introduces the concept of gender identity to the youngest reader from writer Theresa Thorn and illustrator Noah Grigni. Some people ar...Show more A picture book that introduces the concept of gender identity to the youngest reader from writer Theresa Thorn and illustrator Noah Grigni. Some people are boys. Some people are girls. Some people are both, neither, or somewhere in between. This sweet, straightforward exploration of gender identity will give children a fuller understanding of themselves and others. With child-friendly language and vibrant art, It Feels Good to Be Yourself provides young readers and parents alike with the vocabulary to discuss this important topic with sensitivity. Show less

A picture book that introduces the concept of gender identity to the youngest reader from writer Theresa Thorn and illustrator Noah Grigni. Some people ar...Show more A picture book that introduces the concept of gender identity to the youngest reader from writer Theresa Thorn and illustrator Noah Grigni. Some people are boys. Some people are girls. Some people are both, neither, or somewhere in between. This sweet, straightforward exploration of gender identity will give children a fuller understanding of themselves and others. With child-friendly language and vibrant art, It Feels Good to Be Yourself provides young readers and parents alike with the vocabulary to discuss this important topic with sensitivity. Show less

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Neither

Neither

by Anderson, Airlie

Book - 2018

Because Neither is unlike both the rabbits and birds of the Land of This and That, it sets out to find a new place where all kinds of creatures are welcome. Because Neither is unlike both the rabbits and birds of the Land of This and That, it sets out to find a new place where all kinds of creatures are welcome. Show less

Because Neither is unlike both the rabbits and birds of the Land of This and That, it sets out to find a new place where all kinds of creatures are welcome. Because Neither is unlike both the rabbits and birds of the Land of This and That, it sets out to find a new place where all kinds of creatures are welcome. Show less

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My Rainbow

My Rainbow

by Neal, Trinity

Book - 2020

On one quiet day, playtime leads to an important realization, Trinity wants long hair like her dolls. She needs it to express who she truly is. So her f...Show more On one quiet day, playtime leads to an important realization, Trinity wants long hair like her dolls. She needs it to express who she truly is. So her family decides to take a trip to the beauty supply store. When none of the wigs is a perfect fit, a determined Mom leaves with bundles of hair in hand, ready to craft a wig as colorful and vibrant as her daughter is. This book is based on the real-life experience of this mother-daughter advocate duo and is a celebration of showing up as our full selves with the people who have seen us fully all along. Show less

On one quiet day, playtime leads to an important realization, Trinity wants long hair like her dolls. She needs it to express who she truly is. So her f...Show more On one quiet day, playtime leads to an important realization, Trinity wants long hair like her dolls. She needs it to express who she truly is. So her family decides to take a trip to the beauty supply store. When none of the wigs is a perfect fit, a determined Mom leaves with bundles of hair in hand, ready to craft a wig as colorful and vibrant as her daughter is. This book is based on the real-life experience of this mother-daughter advocate duo and is a celebration of showing up as our full selves with the people who have seen us fully all along. Show less

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Jacob's Room to Choose

Jacob's Room to Choose

by Hoffman, Sarah

Book - 2019

After Jacob and Sophie are prevented from using their school's bathrooms, their teacher helps her students write new rules about who can use which bathroom. After Jacob and Sophie are prevented from using their school's bathrooms, their teacher helps her students write new rules about who can use which bathroom. Show less

After Jacob and Sophie are prevented from using their school's bathrooms, their teacher helps her students write new rules about who can use which bathroom. After Jacob and Sophie are prevented from using their school's bathrooms, their teacher helps her students write new rules about who can use which bathroom. Show less

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Grandad's Camper

Grandad's Camper

by Woodgate, Harry

Book - 2021

A child who enjoys Grandad's stories of his travels and adventures with Gramps persuades him to fix up their old camper and take another trip, in honor of Gramps. A child who enjoys Grandad's stories of his travels and adventures with Gramps persuades him to fix up their old camper and take another trip, in honor of Gramps. Show less

A child who enjoys Grandad's stories of his travels and adventures with Gramps persuades him to fix up their old camper and take another trip, in honor of Gramps. A child who enjoys Grandad's stories of his travels and adventures with Gramps persuades him to fix up their old camper and take another trip, in honor of Gramps. Show less

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Uncle Bobby's Wedding

Uncle Bobby's Wedding

by Brannen, Sarah S

Book - 2020

Chloe is jealous and sad when her favorite uncle announces that he will be getting married, but as she gets to know Jamie better and becomes involved in p...Show more Chloe is jealous and sad when her favorite uncle announces that he will be getting married, but as she gets to know Jamie better and becomes involved in planning the wedding, she discovers that she will always be special to Uncle Bobby--and to Uncle Jamie, too. Show less

Chloe is jealous and sad when her favorite uncle announces that he will be getting married, but as she gets to know Jamie better and becomes involved in p...Show more Chloe is jealous and sad when her favorite uncle announces that he will be getting married, but as she gets to know Jamie better and becomes involved in planning the wedding, she discovers that she will always be special to Uncle Bobby--and to Uncle Jamie, too. Show less

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Adventures With My Daddies

Adventures With My Daddies

by Peter, Gareth

Book - 2021

Featuring artwork by the best-selling illustrator of The Dinosaur That Pooped series, an #OwnVoices story depicts a diverse family that shares an adventur...Show more Featuring artwork by the best-selling illustrator of The Dinosaur That Pooped series, an #OwnVoices story depicts a diverse family that shares an adventurous bedtime routine of imaginative dragon battles, hot-air balloon rides, and flights to the moon. Show less

Featuring artwork by the best-selling illustrator of The Dinosaur That Pooped series, an #OwnVoices story depicts a diverse family that shares an adventur...Show more Featuring artwork by the best-selling illustrator of The Dinosaur That Pooped series, an #OwnVoices story depicts a diverse family that shares an adventurous bedtime routine of imaginative dragon battles, hot-air balloon rides, and flights to the moon. Show less

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When Aidan Became A Brother

When Aidan Became A Brother

by Lukoff, Kyle

Book - 2019

Aidan, a transgender boy, experiences complicated emotions as he and his parents prepare for the arrival of a new baby. Aidan, a transgender boy, experiences complicated emotions as he and his parents prepare for the arrival of a new baby. Show less

Aidan, a transgender boy, experiences complicated emotions as he and his parents prepare for the arrival of a new baby. Aidan, a transgender boy, experiences complicated emotions as he and his parents prepare for the arrival of a new baby. Show less

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What Riley Wore

What Riley Wore

by Arnold, Elana K

Book - 2019

Gender-creative Riley knows just what to wear for every occasion during a busy week with family and friends. Gender-creative Riley knows just what to wear for every occasion during a busy week with family and friends. Show less

Gender-creative Riley knows just what to wear for every occasion during a busy week with family and friends. Gender-creative Riley knows just what to wear for every occasion during a busy week with family and friends. Show less

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Rainbow

Rainbow

A First Book of Pride

by Genhart, Michael

Book - 2019

Children from different kinds of families demonstrate the original meanings of the colors in the rainbow flag, and then come together at a Pride parade. Children from different kinds of families demonstrate the original meanings of the colors in the rainbow flag, and then come together at a Pride parade. Show less

Children from different kinds of families demonstrate the original meanings of the colors in the rainbow flag, and then come together at a Pride parade. Children from different kinds of families demonstrate the original meanings of the colors in the rainbow flag, and then come together at a Pride parade. Show less

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I Am Perfectly Designed

I Am Perfectly Designed

by Brown, Karamo

Book - 2019

Told in two voices, as a father and son share a nostalgic day, the father reminds his son he has all that it takes to explore and succeed in the world. This book reminds us of loving who you are, exactly as you are, Told in two voices, as a father and son share a nostalgic day, the father reminds his son he has all that it takes to explore and succeed in the world. This book reminds us of loving who you are, exactly as you are, Show less

Told in two voices, as a father and son share a nostalgic day, the father reminds his son he has all that it takes to explore and succeed in the world. This book reminds us of loving who you are, exactly as you are, Told in two voices, as a father and son share a nostalgic day, the father reminds his son he has all that it takes to explore and succeed in the world. This book reminds us of loving who you are, exactly as you are, Show less

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A Plan for Pops

A Plan for Pops

by Smith, Heather

Book - 2019

Lou spends every Saturday with Grandad and Pops. Suddenly, he needs to help them deal with a difficult change in their abilities. Lou spends every Saturday with Grandad and Pops. Suddenly, he needs to help them deal with a difficult change in their abilities. Show less

Lou spends every Saturday with Grandad and Pops. Suddenly, he needs to help them deal with a difficult change in their abilities. Lou spends every Saturday with Grandad and Pops. Suddenly, he needs to help them deal with a difficult change in their abilities. Show less

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Being You

Being You

A First Conversation About Gender

by Madison, Megan

Book - 2021

While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it'...Show more While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it's hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking about issues like race and gender from the age of two not only helps children understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudice. This second book in the series begins the conversation on gender, with a supportive approach that considers both the child and the adult. Stunning art accompanies the simple and interactive text, and the backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion. Show less

While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it'...Show more While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it's hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking about issues like race and gender from the age of two not only helps children understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudice. This second book in the series begins the conversation on gender, with a supportive approach that considers both the child and the adult. Stunning art accompanies the simple and interactive text, and the backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion. Show less

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What Are your Words?

What Are your Words?

A Book About Pronouns

by Locke, Katherine

Book - 2021

Ari knows a lot of words for neighbors, including the pronouns each prefers, and with help from Uncle Lior, who always asks "What are your words," figures out which pronouns--and other words--fit best today. Ari knows a lot of words for neighbors, including the pronouns each prefers, and with help from Uncle Lior, who always asks "What are your words," figures out which pronouns--and other words--fit best today. Show less

Ari knows a lot of words for neighbors, including the pronouns each prefers, and with help from Uncle Lior, who always asks "What are your words," figures out which pronouns--and other words--fit best today. Ari knows a lot of words for neighbors, including the pronouns each prefers, and with help from Uncle Lior, who always asks "What are your words," figures out which pronouns--and other words--fit best today. Show less

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Prince & Knight

Prince & Knight

by Haack, Daniel

Book - 2018

A prince and a knight in shining armor find true love in each other's embrace after fighting a dragon together. A prince and a knight in shining armor find true love in each other's embrace after fighting a dragon together. Show less

A prince and a knight in shining armor find true love in each other's embrace after fighting a dragon together. A prince and a knight in shining armor find true love in each other's embrace after fighting a dragon together. Show less

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Plenty of Hugs

Plenty of Hugs

by Manushkin, Fran

Book - 2020

Illustrations and gently rhyming text follow two mothers and their toddler on a sunny day. Illustrations and gently rhyming text follow two mothers and their toddler on a sunny day. Show less

Illustrations and gently rhyming text follow two mothers and their toddler on a sunny day. Illustrations and gently rhyming text follow two mothers and their toddler on a sunny day. Show less

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A Home for Goddesses and Dogs

A Home for Goddesses and Dogs

by Connor, Leslie

Book - 2020

After the death of her mother, Lydia moves in with her aunts and learns to find a new family of inspiring women and loving dogs After the death of her mother, Lydia moves in with her aunts and learns to find a new family of inspiring women and loving dogs Show less

After the death of her mother, Lydia moves in with her aunts and learns to find a new family of inspiring women and loving dogs After the death of her mother, Lydia moves in with her aunts and learns to find a new family of inspiring women and loving dogs Show less

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