LGBTQ+ Books for Kids and Families
The experiences of LGBTQ+ kids and families are captured in this list comprised of picture books, chapter books, and graphic novels. Informational books are also included and span a variety of topics that include gender identity and the LGBTQ+ rights movement. (Updated June 2022)
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In the Key of Us
Chapter book: With lyricism and emotional honesty, Lockington tells the story of two talented Black girls who find hope and healing in each other at Harmony Music Camp. Features friendship and budding romance.
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Julián at the Wedding
Picture book: The star of Julián Is a Mermaid makes a joyful return—and finds a new friend—at a wedding to be remembered. Features a wedding with two brides.
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Too Bright to See
Chapter book: In the summer before middle school, eleven-year-old Bug must contend with best friend Moira suddenly caring about clothes, makeup, and boys; a ghost haunting; and the truth about Bug's gender identity.
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Both Can Be True
Chapter book: Will Ash and Daniel forever feel at war with themselves because they don’t fit into the world’s binaries? Or will their friendship help them embrace the beauty of living in between?
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Cuando amamos cantamos
Picture book: A reclamation of the Mexican serenata tradition, follow the story of a young boy who asks his father if there is a song for a boy who loves a boy. Bilingual: Spanish/English.
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'Twas the Night Before Pride
Picture book: A glittering celebration of queer families puts Pride in a historical perspective--honoring those in the LBGTQ+ community who fought against injustice and inequality.
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Bathe the Cat
Picture book: Dad has posted a list of chores for the family to do before grandma comes, including bathing the cat; but the cat does not want a bath, so she mixes up the instructions, and soon the family is mowing the floor, vacuuming the lawn, mopping the baby--and the house is in chaos.
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My Moms Love Me
Picture book: Perfect for reading aloud with its rhyming, rhythmic text, this picture book finds two mommies sharing a perfect day with their little one, from visiting animals on a farm to bedtime snuggles.
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My Rainbow
Picture book: In their picture book debut, mother-daughter duo and transgender rights advocates DeShanna and Trinity Neal center a Black transgender girl looking for hair that suits her gender expression.
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The Insiders
Chapter book: Héctor Muños has just started at a new school in an unfamiliar town.Héctor, who is gay, quickly becomes the victim of a particularly aggressive bully. Luckily for Héctor, a magical door appears exactly when he needs it most.
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