The vibrant and colorful illustrations go hand in hand with the exuberant joy that jumps off the pages and its overall message of support and unity. It is a great introduction for a young child to the pride of the LGBT community. Simply saying, this book details the Pride parade that occurs every year in June.
Pitman, a professor of psychology and women’s studies at Sacramento City College who has worked extensively with the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community.
Interview with the author about the library board voting to keep her book on the shelves.Winner, Stonewall Book Award-Mike Morgan and Larry Romans Children's & Young Adult Literature Award.Publisher: Magination Press (American Psychological Association)Īwards: 2015 Notable Books for a Global Society Awards, 2015 Stonewall Book Award, Top Ten Title on the ALA Rainbow List Top 11 Most Challenged Books by American Library Association Named one of the most important books of the last decade by The Advocate's "40 Under 40" list
Winner, Notable Books for a Global Society Awards Also included is a Note to Parents and Other Caregivers with information on how to talk to children about sexual orientation and gender identity in age-appropriate ways as well as a Reading Guide chock-full of facts about LGBTQ+ history and culture.Ī Top Ten Title, American Library Association Rainbow List In a wildly whimsical, validating, and exuberant reflection of the LGBTQ+ community, This Day In June welcomes readers to experience a pride celebration and share in a day when we are all united. An excellent tool for teaching respect, acceptance, and understanding of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.
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