6 LGBTQ Read-Alouds to Celebrate Pride, Love, and Acceptance
We are pleased to have Heather Acerro, Head of Youth Services at the Rochester Public Library, providing us the scoop on all things library! There are so many fun things happening at our library this summer. She will be regularly contributing to Rochester MN Moms Blog on behalf of the Rochester Public Library.
With the recent tragedy targeting the LGBTQ community in Orlando and local Pride celebrations under way it is an important time to have conversations with your kids about having love and acceptance for all people. These six titles are great conversation starters for even the youngest listeners and readers. Pick up a title from your favorite local library or visit Rochester Public Library’s BookBike at Rochester PrideFest on Sunday, July 17th 11am to 4:30pm in Peace Plaza.
- The Family Book by Todd Parr // A gentle celebration of a variety of families that is perfect for the youngest listener
- Red: A Crayon’s Story by Michael Hall // This heart-warming story abut a crayon embracing his inner self will delight all readers and you can meet the author at RPL on
Wednesday, July 27th at 10am! 
This Day in June by Gayle Pitman // An award-winning title offering a front row seat to a colorful Pride Parade!- Families by Shelly Rotner // Filled with full-color photographs celebrating the uniqueness of each family, this book is fun to read and admire.
- Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress by Christine Baldacchino // This
award-winning picture book celebrates the courage it takes to be different. - Stella Brings the Family by Miriam Schiffer // This lovely title follows Stella as she brings her two fathers to school to celebrate Mother’s Day.
LGBTQ titles for all ages are available at Rochester Public Library, let us know if you need help finding anything or check out these booklists
Be Who You Are: A Booklist about Gender Expression for Young Children
If you are looking for more great reads this summer, check out RPL’s LGBTQIA Resources for Teens: or stop by the BookBike, Bookmobile or Library and ask a librarian! We love to help kids (and grown-ups) find their next favorite book!
We hope to see you at PrideFest!
