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LQBTQI FAMILY-FRIENDLY BOOKS FOR KIDS

My Mommy, My Mama, My Brother, and Me: These Are the Things We Found by the Sea By Natalie Meisner, Mathilde Cinq-Mars (Illustrator) Cover Image
$22.95
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ISBN: 9781771087414
Published: Nimbus Publishing (CN) - April 8th, 2019

And these are the things we find by the sea
My mommy, my mama, my brother, and me.

With this gentle refrain, the debut picture book from celebrated author and playwright Natalie Meisner (Double Pregnant) reflects on her own two-mom, two-son family's early days growing up in Lockeport, Nova Scotia.


Mom Marries Mum! By Ken Setterington, Alice Priestley (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Ken Setterington, Alice Priestley (Illustrator)
$10.95
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ISBN: 9781772601343
Published: Second Story Press - September 8th, 2020

A brother and sister are thrilled that their mom and mum are getting married A beautiful celebration of a loving family celebrating an important day together.


Our Rainbow By Little Bee Books Cover Image
$8.99
ISBN: 9781499809343
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Published: little bee books - May 7th, 2019

In this beautiful, bold board book, children will learn about the colors of the iconic pride flag!

Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, and brown . . .
These are the colors of our rainbow flag. Do you know what they stand for?

Every young child is enchanted by the beautiful colors of the rainbow.


My Footprints By Bao Phi, Ngoc Diep Barbara Tran (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Bao Phi, Ngoc Diep Barbara Tran (Illustrator)
$19.99
ISBN: 9781684460007
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Published: Capstone Editions - September 1st, 2019

Every child feels different in some way, but Thuy feels "double different." She is Vietnamese American and she has two moms. Thuy walks home one winter afternoon, angry and lonely after a bully's taunts. Then a bird catches her attention and sets Thuy on an imaginary exploration. What if she could fly away like a bird? What if she could sprint like a deer, or roar like a bear?


Baby's First Words By Stella Blackstone, Sunny Scribens, Christiane Engel Cover Image
$14.99
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ISBN: 9781782853213
Published: Barefoot Books - April 1st, 2017

Stella Brings the Family By Miriam B. Schiffer Cover Image
$16.99
ISBN: 9781452111902
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Published: Chronicle Books - May 5th, 2015

Stella's class is having a Mother's Day celebration, but what's a girl with two daddies to do? It's not that she doesn't have someone who helps her with her homework, or tucks her in at night. Stella has her Papa and Daddy who take care of her, and a whole gaggle of other loved ones who make her feel special and supported every day. She just doesn't have a mom to invite to the party.


A Church for All By Gayle E. Pitman, Laure Fournier (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Gayle E. Pitman, Laure Fournier (Illustrator)
$16.99
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ISBN: 9780807511794
Published: Albert Whitman & Company - May 1st, 2018

This simple, lyrical story celebrates a Sunday morning at an inclusive church that embraces all people regardless of age, class, race, gender identity, and sexual orientation. All are welcome at the church for all!


Plenty of Hugs By Fran Manushkin, Kip Alizadeh (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Fran Manushkin, Kip Alizadeh (Illustrator)
$17.99
ISBN: 9780525554011
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Published: Dial Books - April 14th, 2020

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Two mommies spend a sunny day with their toddler in this cozy, rhyming picture book that is a loving celebration of family.


Papa, Daddy, & Riley By Seamus Kirst, Devon Holzwarth (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Seamus Kirst, Devon Holzwarth (Illustrator)
$14.99
ISBN: 9781433832390
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Published: Magination Press - May 5th, 2020

ALA's 2021 Rainbow Book List Selection
NCSS-CBC 2021 Notable Social Studies Trade Book
One of Bank Street's 2021 Best Children's Books of the Year


Pride: The Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag By Rob Sanders, Steven Salerno (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Rob Sanders, Steven Salerno (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780399555312
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Published: Random House Books for Young Readers - April 10th, 2018

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Rainbow Pride Flag with the very first picture book to tell its remarkable and inspiring history!


Heather Has Two Mommies By Leslea Newman, Laura Cornell (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Leslea Newman, Laura Cornell (Illustrator)
$8.99
ISBN: 9780763690427
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Published: Candlewick - August 9th, 2016

“Each page is artfully and distinctly rendered to be a visual depiction of the beauty of joy and diversity.” — School Library Journal


Home at Last By Vera B. Williams, Chris Raschka (Illustrator), Vera B. Williams (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Vera B. Williams, Chris Raschka (Illustrator), Vera B. Williams (Illustrator)
$17.99
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ISBN: 9780061349737
Published: Greenwillow Books - September 13th, 2016

A poignant, timely, and universal picture book about fear, adoption, family, and the joy of fatherhood, written by beloved and award-winning author Vera B. Williams and illustrated by the author in collaboration with two-time Caldecott Medalist Chris Raschka.


Love Is Love By Michael Genhart, Ken Min (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Michael Genhart, Ken Min (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9781939775139
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Published: Little Pickle Press - May 1st, 2018

It's love that makes a family

When a boy confides in his friend about bullies saying he doesn't have a real family, he discovers that his friend's parents--a mom and a dad--and his two dads are actually very much alike.


Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Presents: A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo (HBO) By Chronicle Books, Marlon Bundo, Jill Twiss (Illustrator) Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9781452173801
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Published: Chronicle Books - March 18th, 2018

100% of Last Week Tonight's proceeds will be donated to The Trevor Project and AIDS United.

HBO's Emmy-winning Last Week Tonight with John Oliver presents a children's picture book about a Very Special boy bunny who falls in love with another boy bunny.


Harriet Gets Carried Away By Jessie Sima, Jessie Sima (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jessie Sima, Jessie Sima (Illustrator)
$18.99
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ISBN: 9781481469111
Published: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers - March 6th, 2018

From the author and illustrator of the bestselling Not Quite Narwhal comes a sweet and funny story about remembering where you belong, no matter how far you roam, or what you’re wearing when you get there.

Harriet loves costumes. She wears them to the dentist, to the supermarket, and most importantly, to her super-special dress-up birthday party.


Mommy, Mama, and Me By Leslea Newman, Carol Thompson (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Leslea Newman, Carol Thompson (Illustrator)
$8.99
ISBN: 9781582462639
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Published: Tricycle Press - June 9th, 2009

One of the only original board books about gay parents! A perfect purchase for new parents, baby showers, and more!

Rhythmic text and illustrations with universal appeal show a toddler spending the day with its mommies. From hide-and-seek to dress-up, then bath time and a kiss goodnight, there's no limit to what a loving family can do together.


Daddy, Papa, and Me By Leslea Newman, Carol Thompson (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Leslea Newman, Carol Thompson (Illustrator)
$8.99
ISBN: 9781582462622
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Published: Tricycle Press - June 9th, 2009

One of the only original board books about gay parents! A perfect purchase for new parents, baby showers, and more!


My Two Moms and Me By Michael Joosten, Izak Zenou (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Michael Joosten, Izak Zenou (Illustrator)
$8.99
ISBN: 9780525580126
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Published: Doubleday Books for Young Readers - March 26th, 2019

Celebrate Pride every day with this adorable board book for the babies and toddlers of lesbian mothers, featuring a variety of diverse, loving families with two moms.


In Our Mothers' House By Patricia Polacco, Patricia Polacco (Illustrator) Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780399250767
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Published: Philomel Books - April 30th, 2009

Marmee, Meema, and the kids are just like any other family on the block. In their beautiful house, they cook dinner together, they laugh together, and they dance together. But some of the other families don?t accept them. They say they are different. How can a family have two moms and no dad? But Marmee and Meema?s house is full of love.


A Tale of Two Mommies By Vanita Oelschlager, Mike Blanc (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Vanita Oelschlager, Mike Blanc (Illustrator)
$8.95
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ISBN: 9780982636671
Published: Vanita Books - September 1st, 2011

A Tale of Two Mommies is a beach conversation among three children. One boy asks another boy about having two mommies. A young girl listening in asks some questions too.


A Tale of Two Daddies By Vanita Oelschlager, Kristin Blackwood (Illustrator) Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780981971469
Published: Vanita Books - April 1st, 2010

"A Tale of Two Daddies" is a playground conversation between two children. The boy says he heard that the girl has two dads. The girl says that is right--she has Daddy and Poppa. True to a child's curiosity, practical questions follow: "Which dad helps when your team needs a coach? / Which dad cooks you eggs and toast?" To which she answers: "Daddy is my soccer coach.


Let's Get This Straight: The Ultimate Handbook for Youth with LGBTQ Parents By Tina Fakhrid-Deen, COLAGE (With) Cover Image
$19.99
ISBN: 9781580053334
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Published: Seal Press - September 28th, 2010

Let's Get This Straight reaches out to young people with one or more gay, lesbian, bi, or trans parents to provide them with the tools to combat homophobia, take pride in their alternative family structures, and speak out against injustice. 

This short but thorough book profiles forty-five diverse youth and young adults, all of whom voice their opinions and provide advice


My Family: A Multi-Cultural Holiday Coloring Book for Children of LGBT Families! By Aiswarya M (Illustrator), Monica Bey-Clarke (Concept by), Cheril N. Clarke (Concept by) Cover Image
By Aiswarya M (Illustrator), Monica Bey-Clarke (Concept by), Cheril N. Clarke (Concept by)
$4.13
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ISBN: 9780976727347
Published: Dodi Press - November 12th, 2010

A multi-cultural holiday coloring and activity book for children of LGBTQ parents.


This Day in June By Gayle E. Pitman Cover Image
$9.99
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ISBN: 9781433816598
Published: Magination Press - June 30th, 2014

In a wildly whimsical, validating, and exuberant reflection of the LGBT community, this title welcomes readers to experience a pride celebration and share in a day when we are all united.


Flying Free By Jennifer C. Gregg Cover Image
$9.95
ISBN: 9781594579721
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Published: Booksurge Publishing - December 13th, 2004

A picture book for children of LGBT and diverse families. Flying Free is narrated by a firefly captured by a five-year-old girl named Violet. Violet plans to use the firefly as her very own nightlight. Her mommies go along with the idea, but the firefly refuses to live in a glass jar. After several attempts, the firefly devises the ultimate escape plan. . .what will her fate be?


The Different Dragon By Danamarle Hosler (Illustrator), Jennifer Bryan Cover Image
By Danamarle Hosler (Illustrator), Jennifer Bryan
$12.95
ISBN: 9780967446868
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Published: Two Lives Publishing - February 18th, 2011

This bedtime story about bedtime stories shows how a lively, curious boy helps one of his moms create a magical tale. Together they weave a nighttime adventures that lands young Noah and his singing cat Diva deep in dragon territory. Join them as they make an unexpected discovery and help a new friend find his way.


My Maddy By Gayle E. Pitman, Violet Tobacco (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Gayle E. Pitman, Violet Tobacco (Illustrator)
$14.99
ISBN: 9781433830440
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Published: Magination Press - May 25th, 2020

A loving, affirming ode to parents who are gender fluid or gender nonbinary.