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Seattle Picks: Pride for Kids - LGBTQ+ Books for Kids and Families

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Seattle Kids Librarians

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The experiences of LGBTQIA+ children 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 LGBTQIA+ rights movement. (Updated June 2023)

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True You

True You

A Gender Journey

by Agna, Gwen

Book - 2022

Easy nonfiction: This affirming and inclusive photographic picture book offers a celebratory and informative look at kids and their wide-ranging gender identities. Easy nonfiction: This affirming and inclusive photographic picture book offers a celebratory and informative look at kids and their wide-ranging gender identities. Show less

Easy nonfiction: This affirming and inclusive photographic picture book offers a celebratory and informative look at kids and their wide-ranging gender identities. Easy nonfiction: This affirming and inclusive photographic picture book offers a celebratory and informative look at kids and their wide-ranging gender identities. Show less

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Almost Flying

Almost Flying

by Arlow, Jake Maia

Book - 2021

Chapter book: In this Stonewall Honor book, a week-long amusement park road trip becomes a true roller coaster of emotion when Dalia realizes she has more-than-friend feelings for her new bestie. Chapter book: In this Stonewall Honor book, a week-long amusement park road trip becomes a true roller coaster of emotion when Dalia realizes she has more-than-friend feelings for her new bestie. Show less

Chapter book: In this Stonewall Honor book, a week-long amusement park road trip becomes a true roller coaster of emotion when Dalia realizes she has more-than-friend feelings for her new bestie. Chapter book: In this Stonewall Honor book, a week-long amusement park road trip becomes a true roller coaster of emotion when Dalia realizes she has more-than-friend feelings for her new bestie. Show less

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King and the Dragonflies

King and the Dragonflies

by Callender, Kacen

Book - 2020

Chapter book: When King’s brother Khalid dies unexpectedly, he’s left reeling with Khalid’s final advice to end his friendship with his best friend over rumors that he’s gay. Chapter book: When King’s brother Khalid dies unexpectedly, he’s left reeling with Khalid’s final advice to end his friendship with his best friend over rumors that he’s gay. Show less

Chapter book: When King’s brother Khalid dies unexpectedly, he’s left reeling with Khalid’s final advice to end his friendship with his best friend over rumors that he’s gay. Chapter book: When King’s brother Khalid dies unexpectedly, he’s left reeling with Khalid’s final advice to end his friendship with his best friend over rumors that he’s gay. Show less

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The Pronoun Book

The Pronoun Book

She, He, They, and Me!

by Corrigan, Cassandra Jules

Book - 2022

Nonfiction: A fun and beautifully illustrated book that celebrates gender diversity through educating young children on pronouns. The book teaches pronoun...Show more Nonfiction: A fun and beautifully illustrated book that celebrates gender diversity through educating young children on pronouns. The book teaches pronoun etiquette, why it is important, and how it relates to us. It covers they/them pronouns, trans and non-binary identities, and neo-pronouns with a dedicated section for adults. Show less

Nonfiction: A fun and beautifully illustrated book that celebrates gender diversity through educating young children on pronouns. The book teaches pronoun...Show more Nonfiction: A fun and beautifully illustrated book that celebrates gender diversity through educating young children on pronouns. The book teaches pronoun etiquette, why it is important, and how it relates to us. It covers they/them pronouns, trans and non-binary identities, and neo-pronouns with a dedicated section for adults. Show less

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Me & My Dysphoria Monster

Me & My Dysphoria Monster

An Empowering Story to Help Children Cope With Gender Dysphoria

by Dale, Laura Kate

Book - 2022

Picture book: This book can be read aloud and used for discussing gender dysphoria with children, explaining what it is and how they and their families ca...Show more Picture book: This book can be read aloud and used for discussing gender dysphoria with children, explaining what it is and how they and their families can deal with it. An accompanying guide for parents with additional information about gender dysphoria, terminology, and first-hand examples of the author's own experiences is included. Show less

Picture book: This book can be read aloud and used for discussing gender dysphoria with children, explaining what it is and how they and their families ca...Show more Picture book: This book can be read aloud and used for discussing gender dysphoria with children, explaining what it is and how they and their families can deal with it. An accompanying guide for parents with additional information about gender dysphoria, terminology, and first-hand examples of the author's own experiences is included. Show less

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Sharice's Big Voice

Sharice's Big Voice

A Native Kid Becomes A Congresswoman

by Davids, Sharice

Book - 2021

Easy Nonfiction: This picture book autobiography tells the remarkable story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. Easy Nonfiction: This picture book autobiography tells the remarkable story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. Show less

Easy Nonfiction: This picture book autobiography tells the remarkable story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. Easy Nonfiction: This picture book autobiography tells the remarkable story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. Show less

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The Real Riley Mayes

The Real Riley Mayes

by Elliott, Rachel

Graphic Novel - 2022

Graphic novel: Fifth grader and budding cartoonist Riley Mayes isn't feeling fifth grade. Riley goes through a series of ups and downs with kids at school...Show more Graphic novel: Fifth grader and budding cartoonist Riley Mayes isn't feeling fifth grade. Riley goes through a series of ups and downs with kids at school but slowly finds her footing as she builds loving relationships and community that allow her to start understanding her identity. Show less

Graphic novel: Fifth grader and budding cartoonist Riley Mayes isn't feeling fifth grade. Riley goes through a series of ups and downs with kids at school...Show more Graphic novel: Fifth grader and budding cartoonist Riley Mayes isn't feeling fifth grade. Riley goes through a series of ups and downs with kids at school but slowly finds her footing as she builds loving relationships and community that allow her to start understanding her identity. Show less

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Sylvia and Marsha Start A Revolution!

Sylvia and Marsha Start A Revolution!

The Story of the Trans Women of Color Who Made LGBTQ+ History

by Ellison, Joy Michael

Book - 2021

Nonfiction: Shares with young readers the crucial story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two trans women of color who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. Nonfiction: Shares with young readers the crucial story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two trans women of color who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. Show less

Nonfiction: Shares with young readers the crucial story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two trans women of color who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. Nonfiction: Shares with young readers the crucial story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two trans women of color who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. Show less

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Bodies Are Cool

Bodies Are Cool

by Feder, Tyler

Book - 2021

Easy nonfiction: Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text celebrate bodies of all shapes, sizes, ages, and colors, with different kinds of hair, eyes, spots, scars, and more. Easy nonfiction: Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text celebrate bodies of all shapes, sizes, ages, and colors, with different kinds of hair, eyes, spots, scars, and more. Show less

Easy nonfiction: Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text celebrate bodies of all shapes, sizes, ages, and colors, with different kinds of hair, eyes, spots, scars, and more. Easy nonfiction: Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text celebrate bodies of all shapes, sizes, ages, and colors, with different kinds of hair, eyes, spots, scars, and more. Show less

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Calvin

Calvin

by Ford, Ronald Martin, Jr

Book - 2022

Picture book: Written by the parents of a transgender child, this story is informed by best practices about how to support your child as they come out as transgender. Beautiful depiction of being loved and accepted by family, friends, and community. Picture book: Written by the parents of a transgender child, this story is informed by best practices about how to support your child as they come out as transgender. Beautiful depiction of being loved and accepted by family, friends, and community. Show less

Picture book: Written by the parents of a transgender child, this story is informed by best practices about how to support your child as they come out as transgender. Beautiful depiction of being loved and accepted by family, friends, and community. Picture book: Written by the parents of a transgender child, this story is informed by best practices about how to support your child as they come out as transgender. Beautiful depiction of being loved and accepted by family, friends, and community. Show less

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Alice Austen Lived Here

Alice Austen Lived Here

by Gino, Alex

Book - 2022

Chapter book: Sam and TJ are both nonbinary middle school students who are working on a history project together. They are writing a proposal for a new hi...Show more Chapter book: Sam and TJ are both nonbinary middle school students who are working on a history project together. They are writing a proposal for a new historical statue honoring Alice Austen, a lesbian photographer who lived in their Staten Island community. They have to convince their teacher that Alice is an important historical figure even though she wasn't a straight male. Show less

Chapter book: Sam and TJ are both nonbinary middle school students who are working on a history project together. They are writing a proposal for a new hi...Show more Chapter book: Sam and TJ are both nonbinary middle school students who are working on a history project together. They are writing a proposal for a new historical statue honoring Alice Austen, a lesbian photographer who lived in their Staten Island community. They have to convince their teacher that Alice is an important historical figure even though she wasn't a straight male. Show less

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My Paati's Saris

My Paati's Saris

by Gopal, Jyoti Rajan

Book - 2022

Picture book: A Tamil boy explores his love for his grandmother and her colorful sari collection in this tale of expressing your true self. Picture book: A Tamil boy explores his love for his grandmother and her colorful sari collection in this tale of expressing your true self. Show less

Picture book: A Tamil boy explores his love for his grandmother and her colorful sari collection in this tale of expressing your true self. Picture book: A Tamil boy explores his love for his grandmother and her colorful sari collection in this tale of expressing your true self. Show less

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If You're A Kid Like Gavin

If You're A Kid Like Gavin

by Grimm, Gavin

Book - 2022

Nonfiction/biography: Recounts the true story of a young adult transgender activist who stood up, spoke out and fought for civil rights after his school d...Show more Nonfiction/biography: Recounts the true story of a young adult transgender activist who stood up, spoke out and fought for civil rights after his school discriminated against him. A powerful, autobiographical picture book that is also a call to action! Show less

Nonfiction/biography: Recounts the true story of a young adult transgender activist who stood up, spoke out and fought for civil rights after his school d...Show more Nonfiction/biography: Recounts the true story of a young adult transgender activist who stood up, spoke out and fought for civil rights after his school discriminated against him. A powerful, autobiographical picture book that is also a call to action! Show less

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Anne

Anne

An Adaptation of Anne of Green Gables (sort Of)

by Gros, Kathleen

Graphic Novel - 2022

Graphic novel: A queer, modern day, graphic novel spin on a classic story! Graphic novel: A queer, modern day, graphic novel spin on a classic story! Show less

Graphic novel: A queer, modern day, graphic novel spin on a classic story! Graphic novel: A queer, modern day, graphic novel spin on a classic story! Show less

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What You Don't Know

What You Don't Know

A Story of Liberated Childhood

by Higginbotham, Anastasia

Graphic Novel - 2021

Graphic novel: This exploration of queerness, Blackness, and love is both a call to dismantling whiteness and knowing that you deeply matter. Graphic novel: This exploration of queerness, Blackness, and love is both a call to dismantling whiteness and knowing that you deeply matter. Show less

Graphic novel: This exploration of queerness, Blackness, and love is both a call to dismantling whiteness and knowing that you deeply matter. Graphic novel: This exploration of queerness, Blackness, and love is both a call to dismantling whiteness and knowing that you deeply matter. Show less

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My Sister, Daisy

My Sister, Daisy

by Karlsson, Adria

Book - 2021

Picture book: An older brother reacts to his younger sibling's gender transformation with compassion. Based on a true story. Picture book: An older brother reacts to his younger sibling's gender transformation with compassion. Based on a true story. Show less

Picture book: An older brother reacts to his younger sibling's gender transformation with compassion. Based on a true story. Picture book: An older brother reacts to his younger sibling's gender transformation with compassion. Based on a true story. Show less

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Colors of Aloha

Colors of Aloha

by Kau-Arteaga, Kanoa

Book - 2019

Picture book: Learn the Hawai'ian words for colors in this lovely, family-oriented, BIPOC-centered story. Picture book: Learn the Hawai'ian words for colors in this lovely, family-oriented, BIPOC-centered story. Show less

Picture book: Learn the Hawai'ian words for colors in this lovely, family-oriented, BIPOC-centered story. Picture book: Learn the Hawai'ian words for colors in this lovely, family-oriented, BIPOC-centered story. Show less

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Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle

Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle

by LaCour, Nina

Book - 2022

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. 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. Show less

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. 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. Show less

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Rabbit Chase

Rabbit Chase

by LaPensée, Elizabeth

Graphic Novel - 2022

Graphic novel: Aimée, a non-binary Anishinaabe middle-schooler, has been bullied and isolated since sharing about their non-binary identity. Aimée is on ...Show more 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. Show less

Graphic novel: Aimée, a non-binary Anishinaabe middle-schooler, has been bullied and isolated since sharing about their non-binary identity. Aimée is on ...Show more 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. Show less

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Beetle & the Hollowbones

Beetle & the Hollowbones

by Layne, Aliza

Graphic Novel - 2020

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. 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. Show less

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. 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. Show less

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Snapdragon

Snapdragon

by Leyh, Kat

Graphic Novel - 2020

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...Show more 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. Show less

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...Show more 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. Show less

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If You're A Drag Queen and You Know It

If You're A Drag Queen and You Know It

by Lil Miss Hot Mess

Book - 2022

Picture book: Drag queens sing verses of this popular song that encourage everyone to express their fabulousness by singing, posing, and twirling along. Picture book: Drag queens sing verses of this popular song that encourage everyone to express their fabulousness by singing, posing, and twirling along. Show less

Picture book: Drag queens sing verses of this popular song that encourage everyone to express their fabulousness by singing, posing, and twirling along. Picture book: Drag queens sing verses of this popular song that encourage everyone to express their fabulousness by singing, posing, and twirling along. Show less

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In the Key of Us

In the Key of Us

by Lockington, Mariama

Book - 2022

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. 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. Show less

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. 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. Show less

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Julián at the Wedding

Julián at the Wedding

by Love, Jessica

Book - 2020

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. 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. Show less

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. 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. Show less

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Too Bright to See

Too Bright to See

by Lukoff, Kyle

Book - 2021

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. 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. Show less

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. 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. Show less

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