All About Books is observing Pride Month by highlighting some of the stories that have enriched imaginations and nurtured a sense of belonging in young readers. Children grow up in all kinds of families and grow up to become all sorts of people, and we know that it’s important for children to see their own experiences reflected while also providing a window for others to see their stories. Additionally, we are celebrating the authors and illustrators within the LGBTQ+ community who have touched our hearts throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. These authors include Margaret Wise Brown and Maurice Sendak who set the stage for early childhood literature with the classic, Goodnight Moon and Where the Wild Things Are. Then there is Todd Parr, whose life-affirming messages and playful designs light up all the possibilities for children while celebrating every family dynamic.
Explore the titles All About Books is showcasing for Pride Month:
Julian is a Mermaid
Julian sees beautiful mermaids on the subway and realizes he would also like to be a mermaid. With luminous illustrations, Julian transforms himself. But what happens when his abuela sees Julian as a mermaid? This story of acceptance and encouragement is a modern classic for the LGBTQ+ community.
The Family Book
Leave it to Todd Parr to show us all the diverse ways every family is special! Featuring a family with two mommies, children from LGBTQ+ families will feel included in this wacky and wonderful board book. - Also available in English/Spanish Bilingual
Love Makes a Family
Love is baking a special cake. Love is lending a helping hand. Love is reading one more book. In this exuberant board book, many different families are shown in happy activity, from an early-morning wake-up to a kiss before bed. Whether a child has two moms, two dads, one parent, or one of each, this simple preschool read-aloud demonstrates that what's most important in each family's life is the love the family members share.
Choices
At the local pool, a young girl contemplates the choices that will sculpt her future. From the seemingly trivial to the profoundly impactful decisions, Choices playfully prompts readers to cherish their actions and thoughts. Featuring a vibrant array of LGBTQ+ characters, Choices showcases the beauty of diversity and individuality. - Also available in English/Spanish Bilingual
Pink is for Boys
Pink is for boys . . . and girls . . . and everyone! This timely and timeless 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 children, Pink is for Boys invites and encourages young kids to enjoy what they love to do, whether it’s racing cars and playing baseball, or loving unicorns and dressing up.
