Celebrate the International Day of Pink! Every year, on the second Wednesday of April, people around the world wear pink and stand in solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to continue fighting for equality and acceptance and to end anti-2SLGBTQIA+ bullying. These selections focus on stories of support for 2SLGBTQIA+ people and pride in identity.
Spirit Day: A Book About Spreading Joy by Joy Yang
Today's a day to be super-kind and stand up to bullying, because everyone has a right to feel safe. Published and created in partnership with GLAAD, this book aims to accelerate LGBTQ inclusivity and acceptance. Infant to age 3.
Phoenix Goes To School: A Story To Support Transgender And Gender Variant Children by Phoenix and Michelle Finch
Phoenix is preparing for her first day of school. She is excited but scared of being bullied because of her gender identity and expression. Yet when she arrives at school she finds help and support from teachers and friends, and finds she is brave enough to talk to other kids about her gender! Ages 3-7.
Out of the Blue by Robert Tregoning
This picture book about a boy who overcomes his fear of being different is a celebration of diversity, acceptance, and pride, perfect for fans of Julián is a Mermaid. Ages 3-7.
Cinda Meets Ella by Wallace West
Cinda finds a partner in nonbinary Ella at a high-stakes rodeo-style contest! Ages 4-8.
ABC-Deconstructing Gender by Ashley Molesso
Demystify gender stereotypes while learning your ABCs! Ages 4-8.
Love Is Love by Michael Genhart
Teased for having two fathers, a boy views his friend's traditional family as similar to his own and realizes he can counter the ridicule by taking pride in his fathers and the love that makes them a family. Ages 4-8.
My Shadow Is Pink by Scott Stuart
My Shadow Is Pink is a beautifully written rhyming story that touches on the subjects of gender identity, self acceptance, equality and diversity. Ages 5-7.
Pride And Joy: A Story About Becoming An LGBTQIA+ Ally by Frank J. Sileo
Pride and Joy introduces children to LGBTQIA+ allyship and teaches them the value of inclusion and courage. Featuring a reading guide for adults and questions for discussion, this beautiful, uplifting picture book is a must-have for every young ally. Ages 5-10.
The Letter Q edited by Sarah Moon
Sixty-four queer authors and artists tell "their younger selves what they could do to make their lives a little better, a little lighter." The message is clear: it gets better; you will find love; don't give up. Ages 12 and up.
From Here by Luma Mufleh
In her coming-of-age memoir, refugee advocate Luma Mufleh writes of her tumultuous journey to reconcile her identity as a gay Muslim woman and a proud Arab-turned-American refugee. Ages 12+.
Raising LGBTQ Allies: A Parent's Guide To Changing The Messages From The Playground by Chris Tompkins
Chris Tompkins walks caregivers through the many ways they can prevent new generations from adopting homophobic and transphobic beliefs, while helping them explore their own subconscious biases.
Gender Magic by Rae McDaniel
A first-of-its-kind practical guide to achieving gender freedom with joy, curiosity, and pleasure for transgender and non-binary individuals, gender explorers, and those who love them.
Indigiqueerness by Joshua Whitehead
Beginning with memories of his childhood poetry and prose and travelling through the library of his life, Whitehead contemplates the role of theory, Indigenous language, queerness, and fantastical worlds in all his artistic pursuits.
