A Child's Introduction to Pride: The Inspirational History and Culture of the LGBTQIA+ Community

About this book

The perfect primer for kids ages 8-12, this book celebrates love, hope, equality, and progress by taking an inspirational and essential look at the rich history and culture of the LGBTQIA+ community in the United States and around the world. The history of the LGBTQIA+ community has often been overlooked, but it's one that is filled with heroes, struggles, triumph, and joy. A Child’s Introduction to Pride is full of remarkable stories of groundbreaking events and inspirational people, featuring profiles of dozens of queer icons from various time periods and walks of life. Young readers will meet members of the community who have made big contributions to politics—like Harvey Milk and Marsha P. Johnson—as well as important people from the worlds of sports, music, literature, dance, science, and more. Kids will also be introduced to key terms like "gender" and "identity" while learning about the importance of coming out and what it means to be a good ally. In addition to learning about the history of the LGBTQIA+ rights movement, A Child's Introduction to Pride offers a kid-friendly guide to understanding pronouns and intersectionality, as well as explorations of "gayborhoods," Featuring charming illustrations and a lively design that honors the vibrancy and inclusive nature of the wide-ranging LGBTQIA+ community, A Child's Introduction to Pride is a celebration of a movement that readers of all ages will love.

Censorship history

In 2025, "A Child's Introduction to Pride" was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States due to its LGBTQ+ content. This ban was part of a broader trend where various school boards faced challenges from parent-teacher associations and conservative advocacy groups, leading to formal complaints and votes to restrict access to LGBTQIA+ literature. Specific instances included heated debates at school board meetings in states like Florida and Texas, where officials voted to remove the book from library shelves, citing concerns over age-appropriateness and parental rights. As of now, the ban remains upheld in these districts, with ongoing discussions about the inclusion of LGBTQIA+ topics in educational materials.

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