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Pride for Young Children

Rainbow: A First Book of Pride

Rainbow: A First Book of Pride
by Michael Genhart; illustrated by Anne Passchier

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.

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Love Makes a Family

Love Makes a Family
by Sophie Beer

Whether you have one parent, two moms, two dads, a mom and a dad, or another wonderful caregiver, there's one thing that makes a family a family ... and that's love.

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Neither

Neither
by Airlie Anderson

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

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Maiden & Princess

Maiden & Princess
by Daniel Haack; illustrated by Becca Human

When a maiden reluctantly attends a ball for her friend, the prince, everyone considers her his perfect match until she surprises them--and herself--by finding true love with someone else.

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Pride Colors

Pride Colors
by Robin Stevenson

In this photographic concept book, babies and toddlers are introduced to the PRIDE flag and the meaning behind each color.

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When Aidan Became a Brother

When Aidan Became a Brother
by Kyle Lukoff; illustrated by Kaylani Juanita

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

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A Plan for Pops

A Plan for Pops
by Heather Smith; illustrated by Brooke Kerrigan

A child helps their grandparents deal with a difficult change in abilities.

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A Church for All

A Church for All
by Gayle E. Pitman; illustrated by Laure Fournier

Celebrates a diverse community on a Sunday morning at an inclusive church that welcomes all people regardless of age, class, race, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Come to the church for all!

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Julián is a Mermaid

Julián is a Mermaid
by Jessica Love

Julián notices three women spectacularly dressed so all Julián can think about is dressing up just like the ladies in a fabulous mermaid costume. Will Abuela be upset about the mess he makes? What will she think about how Julián sees himself? Ages 3-8.

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Lovely

Lovely
by Jess Hong

A vibrant celebration of diversity combines evocative imagery with simple, one-word descriptions that explain how big or small, curly or straight, quiet or loud or any other contrasting differences are all equally wonderful. Ages 3-7.

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Introducing Teddy: A Gentle Story about Gender and Friendship

Introducing Teddy: A Gentle Story about Gender and Friendship
by Jess Walton; illustrated by Dougal MacPherson

Thomas wishes he were a girl teddy. He and his friend Errol realize that what matters most is their friendship. Ages 3-6.

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Families, Families, Families!

Families, Families, Families!
by Suzanne Lang & Max Lang

A story presented as a series of framed portraits features whimsical animals in dozens of combinations that represent and celebrate all kinds of non-traditional families. Ages 3-7.

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