2018 was a rollercoaster of a year, with so many opportunities for growth and learning all over the place! We launched this site as a passion project, and we have been so lucky to connect with many people from all over the globe, sharing our mutual love of diverse literature! We have no idea what…
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Beautiful
Written by: Stacy McAnulty Illustrated by: Joanne Lew-Vriethoff For Ages: 5-6 years Language: English Topics Covered: Self-Expression, Individuality, Self-Acceptance, Inclusiveness. Summary: This book takes the stereotypes fed to women and young girls through the media and turns them on their head with illustrations. Suddenly, “smiling sweetly” means enjoying sticky orange slices with friends rather than…
Sparkle Boy
Written by: Lesléa Newman Illustrated by: Maria Mola For Ages: 4-8 years Language: English, slight Spanish mention. Topics Covered: Self-Expression, Gender Expression, Family Acceptance, Inclusiveness. Summary: This book opens with two siblings, sister Jessie and younger brother Casey, in the living room of their home. Jessie is dancing in a sparkly skirt, and Casey reaches…
Pink is for Boys
Written by: Robb Pearlman Illustrated by: Eda Kaban For Ages: 4-7 years Language: English Topics Covered: Gender stereotypes, Acceptance, Self-Expression, Individuality. Summary: This is a simple book that explains how all the colors are for everyone, and gives plenty of examples! These fun illustrations highlight the color of topic by giving more examples. For example: Orange…
Julián Is a Mermaid
Written and Illustrated by: Jessica Love For Ages: 4-8 years Language: English and Spanish Topics Covered: Self-Acceptance, Gender Expression, Latinx Family Life Summary: Julián is a Mermaid is a vivid, fantastical celebration of family, exploration and most of all…mermaids! Julián LOVES mermaids, so when he sees the beautiful women of color in their mermaid costumes while heading…