Brooke Newberry, La Crosse Public Library, is back with her monthly column sharing recommendations on great picture books for your collection.
As we continue to celebrate all of our patrons this summer during summer reading, I wanted to specifically highlight some books featuring LGBTQ characters and families. Enjoy!
Fran Manushkin
Dial Books, 2020
Two mommies spend a sunny day with their toddler in this cozy, rhyming picture book that is a loving celebration of family.
Kyle Lukoff
Lee and Low, 2019
Aidan is a trans boy who, through loving and supportive parents, is able to live his life as he was always meant to live it. After discovering that his mother is now pregnant, Aidan must learn what it means to be a big brother to his new sibling.
Daniel Haack
Little Bee Books 2019
For a lesbian fairy tale, look no further than Maiden & Princess. A brave maiden is invited to the Royal Ball, but instead of falling in love with the prince, our protagonist hits it off with the princess.
Sophie Beer
Dial Books, 2018
This board book displays the full spectrum on how families can and do look and how love ultimately binds them all.
Robin Stevenson
Orca Books, 2021
This rhyming alphabet book tells a lively story, with rich, colorful illustrations that will have readers poring over every detail as they spot items starting with each of the letters of the alphabet. An affirming and inclusive book that offers a joyful glimpse of a Pride parade and the vibrant community that celebrates this day each year.
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