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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My Sister, Daisy
Picture book: An older brother reacts to his younger sibling's gender transformation with compassion. Based on a true story.
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Colors of Aloha
Picture book: Learn the Hawai'ian words for colors in this lovely, family-oriented, BIPOC-centered story.
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Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Picture book: A little girl stays home with Mama when Mommy goes off on a work trip in this tender, inviting story that will resonate with every child who has missed a parent.
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Rabbit Chase
Graphic novel: Aimée, a non-binary Anishinaabe middle-schooler, has been bullied and isolated since sharing about their non-binary identity. Aimée is on a school field trip to offer gifts to the water spirits who protect the land but they wander off and find themself in an alternate dimension. This coming of age story inspired by Alice in Wonderland captures Aimée's experience of self discovery.
Format: Graphic Novel
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Beetle & the Hollowbones
Graphic novel: Winner of the 2021 Stonewall Honor Book prize, this gothic, Halloween-y, graphic novel features a cast of queer and non-binary characters.
Format: Graphic Novel
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Snapdragon
Graphic Novel: This story about the importance of community centers around Snap, a middle school student who has just met Jacks, the town witch. But Jacks appears to be a crocks wearing, older woman who sells roadkill online. As Snap gets to know Jacks she realizes that Jacks just might be magic and connected to her family’s past.
Format: Graphic Novel
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If You're A Drag Queen and You Know It
Picture book: Drag queens sing verses of this popular song that encourage everyone to express their fabulousness by singing, posing, and twirling along.
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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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