Hello, friends! Our book today is Prince & Knight, written by Daniel Haack and illustrated Stevie Lewis, a fairy tale with a refreshingly inclusive love story. Once upon a time there was a beautiful kingdom, where lived and handsome and sincere prince. The prince was ready to take over rule for the King and Queen, … Continue reading Prince & Knight (Daniel Haack)
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Julián Is A Mermaid (Jessica Love)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Julián Is A Mermaid by Jessica Love, a gorgeous tale of pride and acceptance for a gender nonconforming boy. Riding the train with his abuela, Julián is delighted when three beautiful women dressed as mermaids get on board. Julián imagines himself as a mermaid, growing a tail of his … Continue reading Julián Is A Mermaid (Jessica Love)
Donovan’s Big Day (Lesléa Newman)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Donovan's Big Day, written by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Mike Dutton, a sweet story of a little boy and his very important day. Donovan’s day is starting, and because it is a very special day, he has a million things to remember and do. When Grandpa comes to … Continue reading Donovan’s Big Day (Lesléa Newman)
Jacob’s New Dress (Sarah & Ian Hoffman)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Jacob's New Dress, written by Sarah and Ian Hoffman and illustrated by Chris Case, the story of a boy and his parents making an important wardrobe decision. When it’s dress-up time at Jacob’s school, he and his friend Emily always go straight for the dresses. His classmate Christopher is … Continue reading Jacob’s New Dress (Sarah & Ian Hoffman)
Heather Has Two Mommies (Lesléa Newman)
Hello friends, and a happy start to Pride Month! To celebrate, our book today is the classic Heather Has Two Mommies, written by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Laura Cornell in the new edition (Diana Souza illustrated the original). Heather’s very favorite number is two. Why? Well, there are two of all her very favorite … Continue reading Heather Has Two Mommies (Lesléa Newman)
