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LGBTQ+ Nonfiction for Kids

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These nonfiction books are an excellent starting point for young people interested in learning about the LGBTQ+ rights movement and exploring personal stories of LGBTQ+ activists.

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16 items

16 items

Be Amazing

Be Amazing

A History of Pride

by Napoles, Desmond

Book - 2020

Desmond is amazing—and you are, too. Throughout history, courageous people like Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and RuPaul have paved the way for a safe...Show more Desmond is amazing—and you are, too. Throughout history, courageous people like Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and RuPaul have paved the way for a safer, more inclusive society for LGBTQ+ individuals, and it's thanks to them that people just like Desmond can be free to be who they really are. Show less

Desmond is amazing—and you are, too. Throughout history, courageous people like Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and RuPaul have paved the way for a safe...Show more Desmond is amazing—and you are, too. Throughout history, courageous people like Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and RuPaul have paved the way for a safer, more inclusive society for LGBTQ+ individuals, and it's thanks to them that people just like Desmond can be free to be who they really are. Show less

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Born Ready

Born Ready

The True Story of A Boy Named Penelope

by Patterson, Jodie

Book - 2021

Penelope knows that he's a boy (and a ninja). The problem is getting everyone else to realize it. In this exuberant companion to Jodie Patterson's adult m...Show more Penelope knows that he's a boy (and a ninja). The problem is getting everyone else to realize it. In this exuberant companion to Jodie Patterson's adult memoir, "The Bold World", Patterson shares her son Penelope's frustrations and triumphs on his journey to share himself with the world. Penelope's experiences show children that it always makes you stronger when you are true to yourself and who you really are. Show less

Penelope knows that he's a boy (and a ninja). The problem is getting everyone else to realize it. In this exuberant companion to Jodie Patterson's adult m...Show more Penelope knows that he's a boy (and a ninja). The problem is getting everyone else to realize it. In this exuberant companion to Jodie Patterson's adult memoir, "The Bold World", Patterson shares her son Penelope's frustrations and triumphs on his journey to share himself with the world. Penelope's experiences show children that it always makes you stronger when you are true to yourself and who you really are. Show less

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Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen DeGeneres

Groundbreaking Television Star

by Lombardo, Jennifer

Book - 2019

Discusses the life and career of the comedian and talk show host, from her childhood to her humanitarian work. Discusses the life and career of the comedian and talk show host, from her childhood to her humanitarian work. Show less

Discusses the life and career of the comedian and talk show host, from her childhood to her humanitarian work. Discusses the life and career of the comedian and talk show host, from her childhood to her humanitarian work. Show less

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Gay & Lesbian History for Kids

Gay & Lesbian History for Kids

The Century-long Struggle for LGBT Rights, With 21 Activities

by Pohlen, Jerome

Book - 2016

Offers a look at the history of LGBTQ+ rights through personal stories and firsthand accounts, and chronicles the events, organizations and influential leaders of the movement. Offers a look at the history of LGBTQ+ rights through personal stories and firsthand accounts, and chronicles the events, organizations and influential leaders of the movement. Show less

Offers a look at the history of LGBTQ+ rights through personal stories and firsthand accounts, and chronicles the events, organizations and influential leaders of the movement. Offers a look at the history of LGBTQ+ rights through personal stories and firsthand accounts, and chronicles the events, organizations and influential leaders of the movement. Show less

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Jazz Jennings

Jazz Jennings

Voice for LGBTQ Youth

by Rodger, Ellen

Book - 2017

Documents the life of Jazz Jennings, a transgender teen who speaks out for LGBTQ+ rights. Documents the life of Jazz Jennings, a transgender teen who speaks out for LGBTQ+ rights. Show less

Documents the life of Jazz Jennings, a transgender teen who speaks out for LGBTQ+ rights. Documents the life of Jazz Jennings, a transgender teen who speaks out for LGBTQ+ rights. Show less

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The LGBT Rights Movement

The LGBT Rights Movement

by Rarus, Pat

Book - 2019

LGBTQ+ rights have advanced greatly since the homophobic days of the 1960s. Still, challenges remain, including passage of a federal law mandating job equ...Show more LGBTQ+ rights have advanced greatly since the homophobic days of the 1960s. Still, challenges remain, including passage of a federal law mandating job equality nationwide. This book examines how and why social change occurs and the lasting influence of the LGBTQ+ movement on mainstream society. Show less

LGBTQ+ rights have advanced greatly since the homophobic days of the 1960s. Still, challenges remain, including passage of a federal law mandating job equ...Show more LGBTQ+ rights have advanced greatly since the homophobic days of the 1960s. Still, challenges remain, including passage of a federal law mandating job equality nationwide. This book examines how and why social change occurs and the lasting influence of the LGBTQ+ movement on mainstream society. Show less

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LGBTQ Rights and the Law

LGBTQ Rights and the Law

By Duchess Harris, JD, PHD ; With Martha Lundin ; Content Consultant, Heath Fogg Davis, PHD, Director, Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies Program, Temple Univeristy

by Harris, Duchess

Book - 2020

Explores the history of legislation affecting the LGBTQ+ community, including the proposed ban on transgender soldiers. It also explores the lives of the ...Show more Explores the history of legislation affecting the LGBTQ+ community, including the proposed ban on transgender soldiers. It also explores the lives of the people who have challenged anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and made a difference for LGBTQ+ people in America. Show less

Explores the history of legislation affecting the LGBTQ+ community, including the proposed ban on transgender soldiers. It also explores the lives of the ...Show more Explores the history of legislation affecting the LGBTQ+ community, including the proposed ban on transgender soldiers. It also explores the lives of the people who have challenged anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and made a difference for LGBTQ+ people in America. Show less

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LGBTQ Social Movements in America

LGBTQ Social Movements in America

by Harris, Duchess

Book - 2020

Looks at social change movements in the America's LGBTQ+ history. Features include a glossary, further readings, websites, source notes and an index. Looks at social change movements in the America's LGBTQ+ history. Features include a glossary, further readings, websites, source notes and an index. Show less

Looks at social change movements in the America's LGBTQ+ history. Features include a glossary, further readings, websites, source notes and an index. Looks at social change movements in the America's LGBTQ+ history. Features include a glossary, further readings, websites, source notes and an index. Show less

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Mayor Pete

Mayor Pete

The Story of Pete Buttigieg

by Sanders, Rob

Book - 2020

A picture book biography of Pete Buttigieg, mayor of South Bend, Indiana, and 2020 presidential election hopeful who is currently serving as United States Secretary of Transportation. A picture book biography of Pete Buttigieg, mayor of South Bend, Indiana, and 2020 presidential election hopeful who is currently serving as United States Secretary of Transportation. Show less

A picture book biography of Pete Buttigieg, mayor of South Bend, Indiana, and 2020 presidential election hopeful who is currently serving as United States Secretary of Transportation. A picture book biography of Pete Buttigieg, mayor of South Bend, Indiana, and 2020 presidential election hopeful who is currently serving as United States Secretary of Transportation. Show less

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Pride

Pride

The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag

by Sanders, Rob

Book - 2018

In this deeply moving and empowering true story, young readers will trace the life of the Gay Pride flag, from its beginnings in 1978 with social activist...Show more In this deeply moving and empowering true story, young readers will trace the life of the Gay Pride flag, from its beginnings in 1978 with social activist Harvey Milk and designer Gilbert Baker to its spanning of the globe and its role in today's world. Award-winning author Rob Sanders's stirring text, and acclaimed illustrator Steven Salerno's evocative images, combine to tell this remarkable—and undertold—story. Show less

In this deeply moving and empowering true story, young readers will trace the life of the Gay Pride flag, from its beginnings in 1978 with social activist...Show more In this deeply moving and empowering true story, young readers will trace the life of the Gay Pride flag, from its beginnings in 1978 with social activist Harvey Milk and designer Gilbert Baker to its spanning of the globe and its role in today's world. Award-winning author Rob Sanders's stirring text, and acclaimed illustrator Steven Salerno's evocative images, combine to tell this remarkable—and undertold—story. Show less

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Rainbow Revolutionaries

Rainbow Revolutionaries

50 LGBTQ+ People Who Made History

by Prager, Sarah

Book - 2020

Infused with pop-culture references and complemented by dynamic artwork, this celebration of the lives of 50 LGBTQ+ historical contributors includes profi...Show more Infused with pop-culture references and complemented by dynamic artwork, this celebration of the lives of 50 LGBTQ+ historical contributors includes profiles of individuals ranging from Alexander the Great and Alan Turing to Harvey Milk and Ellen DeGeneres. Show less

Infused with pop-culture references and complemented by dynamic artwork, this celebration of the lives of 50 LGBTQ+ historical contributors includes profi...Show more Infused with pop-culture references and complemented by dynamic artwork, this celebration of the lives of 50 LGBTQ+ historical contributors includes profiles of individuals ranging from Alexander the Great and Alan Turing to Harvey Milk and Ellen DeGeneres. Show less

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Stonewall

Stonewall

A Building. An Uprising. A Revolution

by Sanders, Rob

Book - 2019

Describes the Stonewall Riots in New York City in 1969, which sparked the gay liberation movement in the United States, and details the history of LGBTQ+ rights since the riots. Describes the Stonewall Riots in New York City in 1969, which sparked the gay liberation movement in the United States, and details the history of LGBTQ+ rights since the riots. Show less

Describes the Stonewall Riots in New York City in 1969, which sparked the gay liberation movement in the United States, and details the history of LGBTQ+ rights since the riots. Describes the Stonewall Riots in New York City in 1969, which sparked the gay liberation movement in the United States, and details the history of LGBTQ+ rights since the riots. Show less

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The Stonewall Riots

The Stonewall Riots

Coming Out in the Streets

by Pitman, Gayle E

Book - 2019

A chronicle of gay history in America draws on news clippings, firsthand testimonies and other period sources, in a 50th anniversary account of the Stonewall Riots and other pivotal events that shaped the beginning of the LGBTQ+ movement. A chronicle of gay history in America draws on news clippings, firsthand testimonies and other period sources, in a 50th anniversary account of the Stonewall Riots and other pivotal events that shaped the beginning of the LGBTQ+ movement. Show less

A chronicle of gay history in America draws on news clippings, firsthand testimonies and other period sources, in a 50th anniversary account of the Stonewall Riots and other pivotal events that shaped the beginning of the LGBTQ+ movement. A chronicle of gay history in America draws on news clippings, firsthand testimonies and other period sources, in a 50th anniversary account of the Stonewall Riots and other pivotal events that shaped the beginning of the LGBTQ+ movement. Show less

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Sylvia and Marsha Start A Revolution!

Sylvia and Marsha Start A Revolution!

The Story of the Trans Women of Color Who Made LGBTQ+ History

by Ellison, Joy Michael

Book - 2021

This illustrated book introduces children to the story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two transgender women of color who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. This illustrated book introduces children to the story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two transgender women of color who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. Show less

This illustrated book introduces children to the story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two transgender women of color who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. This illustrated book introduces children to the story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two transgender women of color who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. Show less

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Two Grooms on A Cake

Two Grooms on A Cake

The Story of America's First Gay Wedding

by Sanders, Rob

Book - 2021

Two wedding cake toppers tell the love story of the men they represent, Michael McConnell and Jake Baker, and their difficult journey to become the first married gay couple in the United States. Two wedding cake toppers tell the love story of the men they represent, Michael McConnell and Jake Baker, and their difficult journey to become the first married gay couple in the United States. Show less

Two wedding cake toppers tell the love story of the men they represent, Michael McConnell and Jake Baker, and their difficult journey to become the first married gay couple in the United States. Two wedding cake toppers tell the love story of the men they represent, Michael McConnell and Jake Baker, and their difficult journey to become the first married gay couple in the United States. Show less

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When You Look Out the Window

When You Look Out the Window

How Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin Built A Community

by Pitman, Gayle E

Book - 2017

Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin, one of San Francisco's most well-known and politically active lesbian couples describe the landmarks that can be seen out their window and how they worked to change their neighborhood for the better. Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin, one of San Francisco's most well-known and politically active lesbian couples describe the landmarks that can be seen out their window and how they worked to change their neighborhood for the better. Show less

Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin, one of San Francisco's most well-known and politically active lesbian couples describe the landmarks that can be seen out their window and how they worked to change their neighborhood for the better. Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin, one of San Francisco's most well-known and politically active lesbian couples describe the landmarks that can be seen out their window and how they worked to change their neighborhood for the better. Show less

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