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About The Book
This alphabet book features bright illustrations and an inclusive message about the beauty of embracing one's truest self
A playdate extravaganza transforms into a celebration of friendship, love, and identity as 4 friends sashay out of all the closets, dress up in a wardrobe fit for kings and queens, and discover the wonder of imagination.
From A is for Ally to F is for Family to Q is for Queer, debut author/illustrator M. L. Webb’s playful illustrations and lively, inclusive poems feature a glossary in the back which offers opportunity for further discussion of terms and identities. The GayBCs is perfect for fans of A Is for Activist and Feminist Baby—showing kids and adults alike that every identity is worthy of being celebrated.
Excerpt
A friend who is there
to stand up for you
with strength, love, and care.
B is for BI.
You can shout it out loud:
"I like boys and girls,
and that makes me proud!"
C is for COMING OUT.
You're ready to share
what you feel deep inside;
it's okay to be scared.
Product Details
- Publisher: Quirk Books (October 8, 2019)
- Length: 32 pages
- ISBN13: 9781683691624
- Grades: P - 3
- Ages: 4 - 8
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Raves and Reviews
A Red Tricycle Best Kids Book of 2019
A Moms Demand Action Book Club Pick
“For many kids, this will encourage important conversations about identity and sexuality, as well as offer those who might be questioning their own identities the space to see themselves.”—Booklist
“The perfect way to teach your kiddos LGBTQ+ vocab while celebrating the beauty of embracing yourself and others.”—KIWI Magazine
“For the child with two Mommies or two Daddies, and for the kids in that child's preschool session...or it might make a great gift for the adult who still possesses the wonder of a child. Or for an adult, just because.”—Terri Schlichenmeyer, The Bookworm Sez
“An invaluable resource for demystifying LGBTQ+ vocab for kids..packed with the type of positive messages I love sharing with my kids and I want all kids to hear: "Brave, creative, and strong. You are special and loved, and you'll always belong.”—Dad Suggests
“A great way to introduce 26 words to kids while teaching them to read.”—GeekDad
“[The GayBCs] works well as a read-aloud 'discussion starter' for parents to share with their children.”—Midwest Book Review
“The GayBCs should be required reading for all children.”—But Why Tho?
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