We’re continuing our Pride Month celebrations with this week’s theme: PRIDE! Held on the first anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, the first Pride March was meant to honor those who had fought for queer and trans liberation, and create fearless visibility for the cause. Now, Pride celebrations are typically celebrated any time in the month … Continue reading Happy Pride Month: Celebrating the History of Pride!
Hello, friends! Our book today is Linus by Stuart Hausmann, a sweet story about the joys of diversity, and the possibilities we open by stepping out of line. In the straight-laced city of Linneapolis, Linus just isn’t like the other rectangular inhabitants. While they all seem to favor grayscale colors, straight lines, and walling themselves … Continue reading Linus (Stuart Hausmann)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Luli and the Language of Tea, written by Andrea Wang and illustrated by Hyewon Yum, a sweet tale of cross-cultural connection. In her ESL daycare, young Luli notices that none of the children are playing together; despite being full of young ones, the room is quiet, as none of … Continue reading Luli and the Language of Tea (Andrea Wang)
Hello, friends! Our book today is The Hair Book by LaTonya Yvette and Amanda Jane Jones, a sweet and simple book about diversity and inclusivity. People can have all different types of hair! They can have long hair, short hair, wavy hair and poufy hair. They can have mustache hair or beard hair (or monster … Continue reading The Hair Book (LaTonya Yvette & Amanda Jane Jones)
Hello, friends! Our book today is I Am Golden, written by Eva Chen and illustrated by Sophie Diao, a moving exploration of the Asian American experience and cultural pride. Told from the perspective of a Chinese-American immigrant couple addressing their daughter, Mei, the narrative begins by noting that the heritage of both China and America … Continue reading I Am Golden (Eva Chen)
The Baby Bookworm 