Pride for Kids
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 2025)
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Mehndi Boy
Format: Book
Availability: Available
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Glenn Burke, Game Changer
Picture Book Nonfiction
Format: Book
Availability: Available
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In My Daddy's Belly
Picture Book Nonfiction
Format: Book
Availability: Available
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King and the Dragonflies
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.
Format: Book
Availability: Available
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My Culture, My Gender, Me
Nonfiction
Format: Book
Availability: Available
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Me & My Dysphoria Monster
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.
Format: Book
Availability: Available
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Cross My Heart and Never Lie
Graphic Novel
Format: Graphic Novel
Availability: Available
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Sharice's Big Voice
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.
Format: Book
Availability: Available
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B Is for Bellies
Picture Book
Format: Book
Availability: Available
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Nen and the Lonely Fisherman
Picture Book
Format: Book
Availability: Available