Picture Books
Calvin
Ford, Ronald Martin, Jr., author.
jE Ford
Picture Books
"A transgender boy prepares for the first day of school and introduces himself to his family and friends for the first time"--
My sister, Daisy
Karlsson, Adria, author.
jE Karlsson
Picture Books
An older brother reacts to his younger sibling's gender transformation with compassion. Includes a note from the author.
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The Plastic rectangle
Friedman, Katie, author.
jE Friedman
Picture Books
"Money is an ever intriguing yet difficult concept to grasp for kids. This book playfully explains how money works while reminding kids (and grown-ups) that nothing is more important then spending time with each other. Printed with OpenDyslexic typeface, which helps people with dyslexia read more efficiently."-- From Amazon.com
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The best bed for me
Cornwall, Gaia, author, illustrator.
jE Cornwall
Picture Books
"Mama and Mommy would like Sweet Pea to settle into bed, but it's not quite time. Even though the bed is fluffy, it's not as snuggly as curling up like a pig in the mud, or as spacious as sleeping in the wide ocean like a blue whale. But after mimicking all the ways different animals rest, this little one concedes that a comfy bed, a soft pillow, and a good-night wish offer the best way to fall asleep after all."--
The Best Bed for Me is just as much fun as Gaia Cornwall's other titles like Jabari Jumps! Don't miss this one. -Casey
All moms
Ellis, Sarah Kate, author.
jE Ellis
Picture Books
Some moms are silly, some are sporty or crafty, but all moms are incredible.
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My moms love me
Membrino, Anna, author. https://isni.org/isni/0000000409555301.
jE Membrino
Picture Books
"Two mommies share a perfect day with their little one in this joyful book! From visiting animals on a farm and sharing a car ride sing-along, to a sudsy bath-time and bedtime snuggles galore, love and warmth beam out of every page of this book. This book is the perfect way to celebrate love for LGBTQ+ families!"--
I adore the illustrations in My Moms Love Me! -Casey
Miss Rita, mystery reader
Donovan, Sam (Fashion designer), author.
jE Donovan
Picture Books
"Daddy is the Mystery Reader at Tori's school today, and he's coming dressed as Miss Rita! Tori helps Daddy gloss, glitter, glamour, and glimmer to get ready. It takes time-because sparkle is serious business! Tori loves helping Daddy become Miss Rita. But will the other kids at school love Miss Rita like Tori does?"--
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'Twas the night before Pride
McClintick, Joanna, author.
jE Mcclinti
Picture Books
A glittering celebration of queer families puts Pride gently in perspective--honoring those in the LBGTQ+ community who fought against injustice and inequality. Pride Day is a day that means "Together, we are strong!" With bright, buoyant illustrations and lyrical, age-appropriate rhyme modeled on "'Twas the Night Before Christmas," it tackles difficult content such as the Stonewall Riots and the AIDS marches.
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The rainbow parade
Neilson, Emily, author, illustrator.
jE Neilson
Picture Books
A girl recounts her first time marching with her two moms at a Pride Parade.
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A bed of stars
Jessica Love
jE Love
Picture Books
A reassuring picture book about finding one's place in the world follows a father as he takes his child on their first camping trip where he shows, under a blanket of stars, that the universe is a friendly place.
Jessica Love (author of Julián is a mermaid and Julián at the Wedding,) has created another wonderful picture book. A Bed of Stars follows a child's first camping adventure into the desert with his father. I especially love the way Love creates warm and familiar inter-generational relationships that are so authentic and addresses core fears children have, while also presenting real ways to address them (via loving and patient family members). As an added bonus, you can learn about desert flora and fauna; "we say hello: ocotillo, globemallow, agave". -Victoria
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